2014-2015 Course Catalog by Renton Technical College

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TABLE OF CONTENTS THE RTC EXPERIENCE

C.a.f.e. 38

Board of Trustees 6

Fast Food 38

Our History 10-11

Bakery 38

Renton Technical College Learning Outcomes

Catering 39

Enrollment & Student Composition

International Students 39

Non-Discrimination Statement 14

Career Services 39

Diversity Statement 14

Hearing Impaired Services

Accreditation 14-16

Library Resource Center 40

Transfer Opportunities 16

Parking Rules & Permits

40-41

Student Housing & Transportation

INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS Career Training Programs

19-20

Apprenticeship Programs 20 General Education 21 Continuing Education, Retraining, & Upgrading Programs 21 TABLE OF CONTENT | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

Basic Studies 22 Online 22 Bachelor of Applied Science Degree

Associate of Applied Science Degree

Certificate of Completion

Certificate of Award 26 Direct Transfer Degree 26 General Educational Development (GED)

Admission/Registration Office 28 Counseling & Advising/Student Success Center 29 Entrance Requirements 29 Pre-Registration List 29 Withdrawal 29 Tuition Payment (career training programs)

2014-2015 Tuition & Fees

Student Tuition Easy Payment Plan (STEPP)

30-31

Tuition & Fees Per Credit

2014-2015 State Support of Higher Education Students Across Washington

2014-2015 Class Fees 32 Refund Policy 33 Cost of Training 33 Running Start 34 Tech Prep 34

Bookstore 36 Cash Machine 36 Bus Routes 36 Campus Security 37 Cooperative Education 37 Counseling & Advising/Student Success Center 37 Food Services 38 Culinaire Room 38

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Testing Services 42 COMPASS Placement Testing

How to Apply for Financial Aid

Eligibility Requirements 44 Satisfactory Progress 44 Warning 44 Suspension 44 Reinstatement After Suspension

Maximum Time Frame of Funding

Appeals 45 Types of Aid 45 Grants 45 Work Study Programs

Scholarships 46 Veterans Programs 47 Agency Funded Students

Worker Retraining 47 WorkFirst 48 Financial Aid Refund & Repayment Policy

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS Student Handbook 50 Attendance 50 Attendance Awards 50 Leave of Absence 51 Grading Policy 51 Grades 51 S/U-Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory

Y-In Progress 52 I-InComplete 52 N-Audit 52 R-Repeating a Course 52

STUDENT SERVICES & FINANCIAL AID ADA & Amendments Accommodations

Student Insurance 41

Loans 46

ADMISSIONS & REGISTRATIONS Getting Started at RTC

V-Unofficial Withdrawal 53 W-Withdrawals 53 HW-Hardship Withdrawals 53 Grade Grievances 53 Academic Standards of Progress

Progressive Intervention 54-55 Appeal 55 Lifting Progressive Intervention

Credits 55

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Transfer of Credits 56

Land Survey Technician 169

Credit Assessment 56-57

Laundry Major Appliance Technology

171

Program Completion Standards

Major Appliance & Refrigeration

174

Academic Achievement 57-60

Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant

178

Phi Theta Kappa 58

Massage Therapy Practitioner

180

Commencement 60-61

Medical Assistant 182

184

Medical Coding Specialist (Physician Based) CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS 65

Medical Receptionist 187

Accounting Clerk 66

Medical Reimbursement Specialist

Accounting Paraprofessional 68

Nursing Assistant 190

Accounting Specialist 71

Office Assistant/Receptionist 192

188

Admin Office Mgmt/Entrepreneurship &

Ophthalmic Assistant 194

Small-Business Management 74

Pharmacy Technician 196

Admin Office Management/Office Management 76

Phlebotomy Technician 198 Precision Machining Technologies

Applications Developer 83

Professional Baking 202

Autobody repair & Refinishing

Property Maintenance 204

Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair

Maintenance for Multi-Family Residence

206

Automotive Technology 89

Refrigeration Technology

207

Automotive Technology/ITEC 90

Registered Nurse-Associate Degree

211

Automotive, Ford ASSET

Surgical Technologist 213

Bachelor of Applied Science

Veterinary Assistant 216

Band Instrument Repair Technology

Welding 219

Band Instrument Repair with/Guitar Technology 100 Basic Computer Application

103

Basic Machining 104 Computer-Aided Drafting 106 Central Service Technician

109

Certified Medical Laboratory Technician

110

Certified Office Professionalâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Executive Assistant 112 Certified Office Professionalâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Office Support Specialist 114 Civil CADD 116 Commercial Building Engineer

118

Computer Applications 120

200

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS Apprenticeship Programs 225 Advisory Council 226 230

Multi-Occupational Trades Degree BASIC STUDIES/GENERAL EDUCATION

Basic Studies 233 Adult Basic Education 234 English as a Second Language (esl)

234

General education 236 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Computer Applications-Accelerated

124

Computer Applications-Advanced

126

General Education - Course descriptions

Computer Network Technology

128

Course Descriptions

Computer Numerical Control

131

Course Descriptions 248 237-247 249-264

Computer Science 132

ADVISORY COUNCIL AND FOUNDATION 3 66

Construction Management 134

The Renton Technical College Advisory Council 367

Culinary Arts 138

The Renton Technical College Foundation

368

Dental Assistant 140

Foundation Board of Directors

368

Early Childhood Education Initial Certificate

145

Early Childhood Careers Short Term Certificate 146 Early Childhood Careers State ECE Certificate

147

Early Childhood Careers RTC Certificate

148

Early Childhood Careers-AAS Degree

150

Early Childhood Careers-AAST

152

Engineering Design Technology

154

Field Survey Technician 156 Guitar Repair Technology

159

Homeland Security Emergency Management

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Anesthesia Technician 80

Appendix 369 This catalog is published for information purposes only. Although every effort is made to insure accuracy at the time of publication, this catalog shall not be construed to be an irrevocable contract between the student and the College. Renton Technical College reserves the right to make any changes in the content and provisions of the catalog without notice. In addition, the College reserves the right to cancel, change class fees or meeting dates/ times at any time without notice. New programs proposed are subject to final approval by appropriate agencies. The Registration Office or the Financial Aid Office can provide estimates on the cost of textbooks and personal supplies, materials, and tools.

Industrial Engineering 164 Kitchen Major appliance Technology

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A Letter from the President On behalf of the faculty, staff and Board of Trustees, I extend a warm welcome to Renton Technical College. For over 70 years, our college has provided quality education in a variety of occupations. Our professional technical programs offer entry and mid-level opportunities in areas such as automotive repair, computer networking, precision machining, aerospace assembly, nursing, culinary arts, welding, massage therapy, anesthesia technician, and apprenticeship training. Our outstanding basic studies program, with classes in adult basic education, English as a second language, and GED preparation, is available to those ABOUT RTC | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

who need additional preparation prior to entering a training

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program and for those who simply wish to improve their math and English skills. As an Achieving the Dream Leader College and an Aspen Institute top 10 finalist for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, programmatic excellence is reflected in our nationally recognized expertise in Integrated Basic Education

and

Skills

Training

(I-BEST)

and

Reading

Apprenticeship (RA). I-BEST and RA are just two examples of the innovative instructional strategies used by our A letter from the President

exceptional faculty to meet the individual learning styles of each and every student. Our professional counseling and advising staff are ready to assist you in choosing a program that is right for you. Regardless of the program you select, our goal is to provide you with the skills needed to be successful in the workplace. Driven by our mission, Renton Technical College is proud to have one of the highest placement rates in Washington State. We offer the programs and support needed for success in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competitive workforce.

Steve Hanson President, Renton Technical College

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THE COLLEGE CULTURE OUR MISSION Renton Technical College prepares a diverse student population for work, fulfilling the employment needs of individuals, business and industry.

OUR VISION Renton Technical College will be the premiere technical college in Washington State preparing students for certificates and associate and baccalaureate technical degrees.

CORE THEMES Renton Technical College is committed to the following values as we fulfill our mission and ABOUT RTC | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

move towards our vision: Student Success Workforce Education Basic Skills Education Institutional Sustainability

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Renton Technical College Board of Trustees holds public meetings the third Tuesday of the month at 7:30 A.M. in the Board Room of the Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, Room 202. Usually, there are no meetings in the months of July and August.

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CATHY McABEE

(Member since: 2010)

Appointed to the Renton Technical College Board of Trustees in March 2010. Cathy is employed by Valley Medical Center as the manager of Valley Family Medicine the Residency. Prior to that,she served as the manager of the Emergency Department at Valley for 7 years. During her tenure at Valley, Cathy also served as a project manager and as the Director of Critical Care, Ambulatory Treatment Unit, IV Services and the Emergency department. She is an RN and has worked (Term: 2011 - 2016)

for 30 years in various roles in critical care, the emergency department, project management and Family Medicine.

IRA SENGUPTA

(Member since: 2004)

Appointed to the Renton Technical College Board of Trustees in December 2004. Works as the Executive Director for the Cross Cultural Health Care Program and has worked in cross cultural issues in health and social services for the past 14 BOARD OF TRUSTEES | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

years. Areas of focus include cultural competency training, community based research, and organizational assessments.

(Term: 2004 - 2014)

KIRBY UNTI

(Member since: 2010)

Appointed to the Renton Technical College Board of Trustees in December 2009. Employed by the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America for the last 31 years and is currently serving St. Matthew Lutheran Church in the Renton Highlands. Received his Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Communication from the University of Washington and his Masters Degree in Theology from Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary in Berkeley, California. (Term: 2010 - 2017)

SUSAN PALMER

(Member since: 2011)

Appointed to the Renton Technical College Board of Trustees in October 2011. Susan works for the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, District Lodge 751 in Seattle, WA. Originally hired by Boeing in 1986 she soon became an active member of her union and after serving as a union steward as well as holding several positions within her local lodge, she was elected to serve as a full time Business Representative in 1996. In 2006 she was (Term: 2011 - 2016)

elected to and currently serves as the District Secretary-Treasurer.

TYLER PAGE

(Member since: 2009)

Appointed to the Renton Technical College Board of Trustees in June 2009. Employed for nineteen years by AllpakTrojan, a Renton company specializing in the manufacture of high-end printed packaging, displays and point-of-purchase systems, as a computer system administrator, programmer and data analyst.

(Term: 2013 - 2018)

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THE RTC EXPERIENCE At Renton Technical College, your classroom looks just like the workplace. Your teachers are professionals in the field who stay on the cutting edge. You aren’t just learning, you’re learning by doing-and employers know that makes a difference. We are one of the top 120 community colleges in the United States because of our commitment to your success. Our classes are small enough that you’ll never be a number. Our teachers give you 110% all day, every day to make sure you’re ready to work. So whether you want to build airplanes or fix cars, heal people or write computer code, get a head start on the credits you’ll need for university or learn a new language, Renton Technical College is the right choice.

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OUR HISTORY The early years 1941 to 1971, war production school to vocational-technical institute. The later years 1971 to 2001, vocational-technical institute to renton technical college.

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HISTORY Renton Technical College was founded in December 1941 as a war production school, providing customized pre-employment training for the aerospace industry in the South Puget Sound. After the war, the College became a state-funded professional-technical school, charged with assisting industry in converting to a peace-time economy. For the next two decades, the College focused on worker retraining classes and a small number of high quality industry training programs. In 1965, the College, at that time known as the Renton Vocational Technical Institute (RVTI), moved to our current location. The initial campus was just three buildings located on NE 4th St. in the Renton Highlands neighborhood. Until 1970, the College emphasized open-entry, openexit, and continuous competency-based instruction. Since 1971, the College has expanded to over nine acres of workforce training facilities. The ABOUT RTC | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

original three buildings have been remodeled and expanded. Our newest building; N, housing Facilities and Security, was completed in 2012. In 1991, the Renton Vocational Technical Institute joined the State Board of Community and Technical Colleges and was renamed “Renton Technical College”. The College was granted the authority to award two-year degrees and certificates of completion. Beginning in winter quarter of 2015, Renton Technical College was granted the authority to award a Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Application Development. The growth of the campus has allowed the College to expand training in the fastest growing fields in our region; healthcare, information technology, and manufacturing. The College also provides customized training and services to the Puget Sound area businesses, both on our campus and at business locations. A part of that growth, the Construction Center of Excellence (CCE), was established in 2004 when the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges designated Renton Technical College (RTC) as a statewide leader in construction workforce education and training. The primary charge of the CCE is to help the state’s economic vitality grow. RTC has been accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities since 1978. In 2006, Renton Technical College was among six Washington colleges that joined Achieving the Dream: Community Colleges Count, a national initiative to help more community college students succeed. In 2011, Achieving the Dream, Inc., announced that Renton Technical College earned the Leader College distinction, achieved by raising persistence and graduation rates, closing achievement gaps, and changing lives. In September, 2014 the college’s Leader College status was recertified. Renton Technical College is proud to have been named as one of the top 10 community colleges in the Nation by the Aspen Institute, for Community College Excellence. The Aspen College Excellence Program aims to identify and replicate practices and policies that significantly improve college student outcomes. The College is honored to serve the citizens of our community.

RENTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE LEARNING OUTCOMES Renton Technical College faculty, staff and administration are committed to the employability of our certificate and degree graduates. We promote the knowledge, habits and skills leading to success in a diverse, technological, information driven society.

Reason

By interpreting and applying mathematical operations

Use logic and appropriate methodology to draw conclusions from available info

Use technology as a tool to obtain and organize information

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Interact

Ethically in diverse and complex situations

Communicate successfully across cultures

Value own and othersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; individuality

Use honest and ethical behavior in all actions

Perform Job-specific technical skills

Demonstrate skills for entry level employment

Meet industry-specific or certification standards

Assume responsibility for assigned tasks

Think

Creatively, critically and reflectively

Apply decision making strategies

Take responsibility for own learning

Use multiple resources to gather information to solve problems

Communicate

With clarity and originality

Demonstrate speaking, listening and writing skills effectively

Analyze and respond to customer needs with sensitivity

Utilize lines of communication to convey information effectively

Notice: The statements contained in this catalog are for information purposes only and are not to be construed as replacing established college policies and procedures.

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ENROLLMENT & STUDENT COMPOSITION Renton Technical College serves students from nearly every Washington County and 43 states. The majority of our students come from the South Puget Sound region, but we have a highly diverse population with ideas and experiences from around the world.

2013 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2014 Student Body

PURPOSE OF ATTENDING 69.80% Workforce Training 22.00% Basic Skills 6.50% Transfer ABOUT RTC | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

1.70% Other

GRADUATES 1013 Certificates and Degrees 139 (2013-2014) Apprenticeships 110 General Education Dev. & High School

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NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Renton Technical College is committed to non-discrimination in all of its educational and employment activities, and to provide equal access to each of its educational programs and activities, and employment opportunities. This policy shall apply to all students and applicants for admission, as well as all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; sex; sexual orientation; marital status; age; the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability; genetic information or whether a Vietnam-era or disabled veteran. Questions regarding the College affirmative action policies, harassment or discrimination should be directed to the Director of Human Resources at (425)235-7873. Accommodations for both physical and mental disabilities should be directed to Access Services at (425) 235-5840.

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DIVERSITY STATEMENT Renton Technical College seeks to create a healthy, positive, respectful environment where the many voices of our students, faculty, and staff are heard and valued. The RTC community will accomplish this through awareness and the ongoing development of the knowledge and skills necessary to learn, work, and thrive in a diverse community.

ACCREDITATION Renton Technical College is governed by the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges. Renton Technical College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and is listed in the current issue of Accredited Institutions of Higher Education. Selected programs of study at Renton Technical College are approved by the Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Boardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s State Approving Agency (WTECB/SAA) for enrollment of those eligible to receive benefits under Title 38 and Title 10, USC. The Autobody Repair & Refinishing program is certified by the Inter-Industry Conference on Automotive Repair (I-CAR). Anesthesia Technician program is accredited by The American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians The Automotive, Ford ASSET program is certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF).

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ACCREDITATION (continued) The Automotive Technology program is certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), The ITEC Automotive Service Technician program is approved by the Independent Technician Education Coalition and certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF). Boiler Operator Licensing 3rd and 4th is the first step in preparing individuals for a third or fourth grade license examination with the City of Seattle and the Tacoma Steam Advisory Certification Board. To qualify for license examination, eighty hours of observation time is also required. The eighty hours can be either observation on a job site or completion of Boiler Operator Lab. For up-to-minute license exam information and changes, contact the City of Seattle or the City of Tacoma.

Drafting Association). The Commercial Building and Industrial Engineering program is certified as a School of Technology by the City of Seattle and the Tacoma Steam Advisory Certification Board. The Culinary Arts program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation (ACFEF). The Dental Assistant program is approved for accreditation by the American Dental Association. The

Flagger

Training

course

approved

the

State

Washington

Department

of Transportation. The First Aid/CPR course is approved by the American Heart Association.

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The Engineering Design Technology curriculum is certified by the ADDA (American Design

The Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant program is approved by NALS....., a National Association for Legal Professionals. The Registered Nurse and Nursing Assistant programs are approved by the Washington State Nursing Commission. The Massage Therapy Practitioner program is approved by the Washington State Board of Massage. The Medical Assistant Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational Programs (CAAHEP). The Motor Vehicle Emission Initial Certification and Re-Certification courses are approved by the Washington State Department of Ecology.

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ACCREDITATION (continued) Ophthalmic Assistant is accredited by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO). The Pharmacy Technician Program is accredited by the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP). The Surgical Technologist Program is accredited by the Committee for Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). The Welding Program is approved by the Washington Association of Building Officials (WABO) as a testing center. The Commercial Building and Industrial Engineering and the Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology Programs are approved by the Department of Labor and Industries Electrical Section for ABOUT RTC | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

hours towards an electrical license. Several classes in our Continuing Education section are approved for electrical continuing education units, provided the appropriate training card is obtained.

Transfer Opportunities Renton Technical College has agreements with the following institutions to accept certain credits earned at RTC: Bastyr University

Oregon Institute of Technology

Capella University

Seattle University

Central Washington University

The Evergreen State College

City University

University of Phoenix

DeVry University

University of Washington

Eastern Washington University

Washington State University

Gonzaga University

Whitman College

Idaho State University

Western Governorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s University

Notice: Accepting credits, however, is at the discretion of the receiving institution. Effective academic planning for those who think they may want to transfer includes a complete understanding of how the receiving institution will evaluate courses taken from RTC. We recommend you discuss your proposed educational plan with the receiving institutions and ask for an evaluation of credits. Not all courses you take will be directly transferable; check with the receiving institution about what options may be available to you to receive credit for non-transferring courses. If you intend to transfer following completion of RTCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s courses or programs, alert your Admissions Advisor so you can receive additional help during your program planning process.

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CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS Renton Technical College offers specialized professional and technical training programs to people 18 years of age and older. Our primary mission is to provide training, retraining and skills upgrading for employment in occupations that do not require a baccalaureate (or higher) degree. In most cases, RTC programs accept students with or without a high school diploma, and allow as many entry points as possible during the school year. Training at RTC typically means six hours a day of instruction. RTC programs encourage students to master job skills and concepts in order to progress and complete their studies to maximize job entry and retention opportunities. Advisory committees, composed equally of management and labor, help direct program emphasis to meet industry needs. These committees recommend instructors, assess supplies, materials and equipment, assist in job placement, evaluate courses, and specify training responsive to industry needs. RTC strives to ensure that its programs are relevant and include skills required for success in employment. All instructors are experienced in the fields they teach. Programs emphasize the communicative, numerical, scientific and human relations skills necessary to be a good employee, as well as the technical skills that employers certify to be appropriate for the occupation. Through the Cooperative Work Experience option available in many job training programs, the College blends realistic training settings with job placement and workplace success. In these programs, students (with instructor approval) receive credit for employment or internships appropriate to their training. Some employers pay a wage. Students must remain with the training program to complete course competencies. This partnership benefits students, the College and local employers. Accounting Clerk

Automotive Technology/ITEC

Accounting Paraprofessional

Automotive Technology

Accounting Specialist

Professional Baking

Admin Office Management/Entrepreneurship

Band Instrument Repair Technology

& Small Business Management

Central Service Technician

Administrative Office Management/Office

Certified Office Professional/Executive

Management

Assistant

Anesthesia Technician

Certified Office Professional/Office Support

Applications Developer

Specialist

Apprenticeship Programs

Child Development Associate

Autobody Repair and Refinishing

Civil CADD

Automotive, Ford ASSET

Commercial Building Engineering

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CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS (continued) Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair

Massage Therapy Practitioner

Computer-Aided Drafting

Medical Assistant

Computer Applications

Medical Coding Specialist â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Physician Based

Computer Applications, Accelerated

Medical Receptionist

Computer Applications, Advanced

Medical Reimbursement Specialist

Computer Science

Nursing Assistant

Construction Management

Office Assistant/Receptionist

Culinary Arts

Ophthalmic Assistant

Dental Assistant

Pharmacy Technician

Early Childhood Careers

Phlebotomy Technician

Engineering Design Technology

Precision Machining Technologies

Industrial Engineering

Property Maintenance for Multi-Family

Kitchen Major Appliance Technology

residence

Land Surveying/Field Survey Technician

Refrigeration Technology

Land Surveying/Land Survey Technician

Registered Nurse, Associate Degree

Laundry Major Appliance Technology

Surgical Technologist

Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Machining, Basic

Welding

Major Appliance & Refrigeration Technology

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS Renton Technical College cooperates with 12 Joint Apprenticeship Training Committees (JATC) in making classes available for apprentices in a wide variety of job titles. Admission information is available from the Department of Labor and Industriesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; website- www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/filespubsappcat.pdf or from the specific JATC.

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GENERAL EDUCATION The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree program is designed to lead the individual directly to employment in a specific career. General Education courses are an essential part of those degrees, enabling the student to attain necessary competencies in analysis, communication, qualitative and quantitative methods, synthesis, and teamwork for further growth as a productive member of society and providing a foundation for lifelong learning. General Education requirements vary for each program. Entry into General Education courses in writing and math requires acceptable scores on the COMPASS test. Students may schedule the COMPASS test by calling the Enrollment Services Office at (425) 235-2352. The testing calendar is available in Enrollment Services or on the website.

CONTINUING EDUCATION, RETRAINING, AND UPGRADING PROGRAMS Renton Technical College offers many day and evening classes for credit to those who wish to upgrade their skills for job advancement or those who wish to develop new skills, perhaps in a different career. Here is a sampling of the many types of classes offered throughout the year. For a listing of current classes being offered each quarter, see the quarterly Class Schedule or call the Enrollment Services Office at (425) 235-2352. Allied Health

Electronic

Arts and Humanities

First Aid

AutoCad

Forklift Training

Automotive

Land Surveying

Boiler Operator

Machine Technology

Business Technology Classes

Microsoft Academy

CATIA

Personal Development

Computer - Aided Drafting

Refrigeration/HVAC

Computer Science

Welding

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http://www.rtc.edu/page/testing-services

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BASIC STUDIES Basic Studies programs are offered to students who need and want the background skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in college programs and the workplace. Classes are scheduled at convenient times-morning, afternoon, and evening-to meet student needs. Students can improve their basic skills to be successful in technical programs, obtain employment, qualify for job promotions, and improve the quality of their personal lives. Programs include: Adult Basic Education Brush Up

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English As A Second Language (ESL)

High School Completion

ONLINE Students enrolling in Online and/or Hybrid courses will need the following to use Canvas, which is designed for maximum compatibility and minimal requirements. OPERATING SYSTEMS •

Windows XP SP3 and newer

•

Mac OSX 10.6 and newer

•

Linux - ChromeOS

MOBILE OPERATING SYSTEMS •

iOS 7 and newer

•

Android 2.3 and newer

COMPUTER SPEED AND PROCESSOR •

Use a computer 5 years old or newer when possible

•

1GB of RAM

•

2GHz processor

INTERNET •

Internet access through an ISP

•

Minimum of 512kbps

SUPPORTED BROWSERS

•

Mozilla Firefox (recommended)

•

Chrome 36 and 37

•

Safari 6 and 7

•

Flash 12 and 13 (for recording or viewing audio/video and uploading files)

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Want to know if online is right for you? Visit www.waol.org/prospective_students/isonline4me_n.asp For a list of our online courses go to www.RTC.edu/eLearning

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE All BAS in Application Development students will be required to take 60 credits of general education, to 30 credits of which are often satisfied at the associate degree level, as confirmed by entrance pre-requisites. The remaining credits will be satisfied over the course of the two-

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ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE All students enrolled in an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree program must complete core course requirements for the Certificate of Completion and a minimum of 20 credits of prescribed General Education classes (see page 10). Students must take the COMPASS test prior to enrolling in some General Education courses. All AAS degree programs are approved by the Washington State Board for Community and

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Technical Colleges. Accounting Paraprofessional

Dental Assistant

Admin Office Management/Office

Early Childhood Careers

Management

Engineering Design Technology

Admin Office Management/Entrepreneurship

Industrial Engineering

& Small-Business Management

Kitchen Major Appliance Technology

Anesthesia Technician

Land Surveying/Land Survey Technician

Autobody Repair & Refinishing

Laundry Major Appliance Technology

Automotive, Ford ASSET

Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant

Automotive Technology/ITEC

Major Appliance & Refrigeration Technology

Band Instrument Repair Technology

Massage Therapy Practitioner

Certified Office Professional/Executive

Medical Assistant

Assistant

Medical Coding Specialist-Physician Based

Civil CADD

Multi-Occupational Trades (Apprenticeship)

Commercial Building Engineering

Ophthalmic Assistant

Computer Applications

Pharmacy Technician

Computer Network Technology

Precision Machining Technologies

Computer Science

Refrigeration Technology

Construction Management

Surgical Technologist

Culinary Arts

Welding

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE An Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree facilitates transfer to some institutions. This degree option is currently offered in these programs: Accounting Specialist Anesthesia Technician Culinary Arts Dental Assistant Early Childhood Careers Massage Therapy Practitioner

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CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION A Certificate of Completion is issued to a student enrolled in a certificate or degree program when the student successfully completes the course competencies.

CERTIFICATE OF AWARD A Certificate of Award is issued to a student upon request when the student has successfully completed a unit of study in apprenticeship, basic studies or community education classes.

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DIRECT TRANSFER DEGREE

Renton Technical College now offers transfer degree options! Start here in business, computer technology, or nursing, and in just six quarters you can transfer to finish your four year degree. Our small classes give you hands on experience you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get anywhere else.

GENERAL EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (GED) A General Educational Development certificate is issued to an individual who successfully completes the General Education Development Test. The GED is generally accepted in lieu of a high school diploma.

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GETTING STARTED AT RTC 1.Apply - For Admission & Financial Aid:

Apply for admission ($30 non-refundable fee) in person, by mail or on-line.

Complete your FAFSA on-line at www.fafsa.gov

Check your new student email at www.RTC.edu/email

2. Assess - Your Skills:

Pay for the COMPASS assessment ($20 non-refundable fee). at the Cashier’s Office

(Building j – 218)

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Take the COMPASS assessment in the Testing Center (Building J 218).

3. Connect - with an Entry Advisor:

Review your COMPASS scores with an Entry Advisor, explore career pathways, and

select a program of study (Building J – 218)

Students interested in pursuing professional/technical and direct transfer programs MUST meet with an Entry Adviser prior to registration.

Visit the Financial Aid Department and submit necessary documents (Building I – 205) 4. Register - For Classes, Pay Tuition & Buy Books:

Register for classes in person, or on-line at www.RTC.edu/getstarted Pay tuition and fees, purchase your books, and get your free parking pass

ADMISSION/REGISTRATION OFFICE Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, Building I (425) 235-2352 To Enroll in person, the Registration Office is open: Monday - Thursday

7:30a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Friday 8:30a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

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COUNSELING AND ADVISING/STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, Building I (425) 235-5840 RTC offers counseling services to prospective students. Monday-Thursday

7:30a.m.- 6:00 p.m.

Friday 8:30a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS Applicants must be 18 years of age, possess the vocational interest and goals related to their have additional entrance requirements related to licensure or require specific educational credentials. Admission to the College may be initiated in person, by phone, by mail or through referral by an agency. In some programs and evening classes, applicants can be 16 years of age.

PRE-REGISTRATION LIST If a student applies for entry into a program in which there is neither a current training station nor a predictable opening, he or she must complete an admissions application and pay a $30 non-refundable admissions fee and take the COMPASS placement exam. Students completing a sequence of training and currently enrolled in a program will have first priority for registration. The applicant will be notified by telephone, mail or email when a training station becomes available. Assignments to programs will be according to positions on the pre-registration list.

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chosen program of study, and be able to benefit from instruction. Individual programs may

A student withdrawing from a program must submit a Registration/Change of Schedule form to the Enrollment Services Office. Tuition will be refunded if withdrawal is within the refund period. A student who has withdrawn may re-enroll in the program if an immediate training station is available, or placed on the pre-registration list.

TUITION PAYMENT (CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS) A $75 late fee will be charged to students currently enrolled in a program at RTC who have not registered before the first day of the quarter. This does not apply to new students registering for the first time. RTC.edu

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2014-2015 TUITION & FEES 2014 - 2015 TUITION Includes: Building, Comprehensive, Security and S&A Fees.

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# of Credits

Washington

Non-Washington

International

Residents

Students

$113.84

$126.84

$285.84

$227.68

$253.68

$571.68

$341.52

$380.52

$857.52

$455.36

$507.36

$1,143.36

$569.20

$634.20

$1,429.20

$683.04

$761.04

$1,715.04

$796.88

$887.88

$2,000.88

$910.72

$1,014.72

$2,286.72

$1,024.56

$1,141.56

$2,572.56

$1,138.40

$1,268.40

$2,858.40

$1,198.39

$1,329.08

$2,923.40

$1,258.38

$1,389.76

$2,988.40

$1,318.37

$1,450.44

$3,053.40

$1,378.36

$1,511.12

$3,118.40

$1,438.35

$1,571.80

$3,183.40

$1,498.34

$1,632.48

$3,248.40

$1,558.33

$1,693.16

$3,313.40

$1,618.32

$1,753.84

$3,378.40

$1,721.58

$1,857.10

$3,653.66

$1,824.84

$1,960.36

$3,928.92

$1,928.10

$2,063.62

$4,204.18

$2,031.36

$2,166.88

$4,479.44

$2,134.62

$2,270.14

$4,754.70

$2,237.88

$2,373.40

$5,029.96

$2,341.14

$2,476.66

$5,305.22

Please note that all tuition and fee rates are set by the Washington State Legislative and State Board of Community and Technical Colleges and the Board of Trustees and are subject to change. Renton Technical College reserves the right to change, without notice, any fees to comply with the state or college regulation or policies.

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STUDENT TUITION EASY PAYMENT PLAN WHAT IS STEPP? The Student Tuition Easy Payment Plan (STEPP) program allows you to pay your tuition on an installment plan. - To enroll, complete a STEPP enrollment form at the Cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office before the tuition due date, or at the time of registration (if later). - Each quarter you must enroll with the Cashier before making your first payment. - Payments are made in three installments (two for summer). - There is a quarterly $25 nonrefundable enrollment fee. - Any partial payment made toward tuition without enrolling in STEPP could result in

- Non-refundable course fees such as lab fees or online fees are not eligible to be carried through STEPP. - More information about our Student Tuition Easy Payment Plan can be found on our website.

TUITION & FEES PER CREDIT Washington

Non-Washington

Residents

1-10 credits

$85.68

$244.68

11-18 credits

$43.11

$47.43

19+ credits

$96.26

$268.26

Tuition

International Students

2014-2015 STATE SUPPORT OF HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENTS ACROSS WASHINGTON Resident

Nonresident

Undergraduate

$6,282

$3,217

$8,052

$3,065

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administrative withdrawal from classes.

Total Instructional Support Per FTE Student Operating Fee Net State Support per FTE Student

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Institutional

State Financial Aid Resident Undergraduate Nonresident Undergraduate

Financial Aid

$845

$111

$ 0 hrs

*Includes State Work Study, State Need Grant, and all other financial aid programs administered by the HECB, and SBCTC administered programs: Opportunity Grants and Worker Retraining Financial Aid. **State and Institutional financial aid is not available to nonresidents.

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2014 - 2015 CLASS FEES Fees S&A

Per Credit

Washington Residents

NonWashington

Amount

Residents

1-10

$10.58

11-18

$6.15

Comprehensive fee

Per Credit

Security fee

Per Credit

Technology fee

Per Credit

Building fee

1-10

$10.58

11-18

$3.73

1-10

$23.58

11-18

$4.42

Per Credit

Amount

Fees Hybrid Fee

Online Fee

$40

Culinary Arts Meals Fee

$17.28

Compass Test

$20

Application Fee

$30

$50

Clinical Placement Fee

Clinical Course

1-4

$75

$100

Late Registration

$75

Payment Plan Fee

$25

International Application Fee

* Please note that additional fees may be charged for a specific class and are listed at the end of the course descriptions. * Students participating in externships or internships may be required to pay $13 per year for medical malpractice insurance and $3.46 per quarter for general liability insurance.

* The Bachelor of Applied Science follows the Upper Division tuition schedule, plus applicable BAS fees. Contact Registration for more details on BAS tuition.

REFUND POLICY Tuition will be refunded as follows: From before the start of the quarter through calendar day 5 of the quarter: 100% From calendar day 6 through calendar day 20 of the quarter: 50%* From calendar day 21 on: No refund *Once an online class begins the $40 Online Fee is non-refundable. If the duration of a class is other than ten weeks, the refund is calculated based on the equivalent percentage of time. The general refund policy applied to all students in state-support programs. It is the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s responsibility to complete a change of schedule form and submit it to the Enrollment Services - Refunds will not be granted for students withdrawn for disciplinary reasons. - Students called for military active duty will be granted a refund of tuition and fees paid for the current payment period, subject to the rules and regulations of their respective funding sources. Presentation of written confirmation is required. - The general refund policy applied to all Renton Technical College students, regardless of financial aid status. - Refunds for special programs will be made directly to the funding agency administrator. - Tuition and fees that are paid in cash will be refunded by check. All tuition and fees will be refunded if the class is canceled by the college. Application and Payment Plan fees are non-refundable.

COST OF TRAINING The State of Washington contributes approximately49 percent of the cost of studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; education through the support of the basic instruction costs. Students are responsible for the remaining 51 percent. In addition to the state support of the basic instructional cost, students

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office. Refunds are calculated based on the date the form is received.

may also receive state-supported financial aid if eligible.

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RUNNING START For Running Start Information call - (425) 235-2352, ext. 5714 or (425) 235-5840. The Running Start program provides an opportunity for high school juniors and seniors to attend college-level classes, tuition-free, and earn both college and high school credits. However, Running Start students and their parents are responsible for textbooks, supplies, transportation, and any other special fees. Running Start students are treated as college students and are subject to the standards and rules and regulations of the College. To participate in Running Start, s tudents must demonstrate college-level skills on the COMPASS placement. In addition, the data from the COMPASS will be

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used to assist in the selection of occupational/technical programs and will ensure appropriate placement in English, Mathematics, and other a cademic courses.

TECH PREP Renton Technical College encourages early pre-registration to high school students for their college program of choice, to assure timely entry. In some cases advanced placement may be granted to students with the Tech Prep credits. Through the South King County Tech Prep Consortium, Renton Technical College has developed agreements with Auburn, Enumclaw, Federal Way, Highline, Issaquah, Kent, Puyallup, the Puget Sound Skills Center, Sumner, Tahoma and White River school districts. http://metro.kingcounty.gov/ RTC currently has articulation agreements in the following program areas: Allied Health

Culinary Arts

Accounting

Early Childhood Careers

Autobody Repair and Refinishing

Engineering Design Technology

Automotive Technology

Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant

Certified Office Professional

Precision Machining Technologies

Computer Network Technology

Medical Office Technology

Computer Science

Welding

Find out more about becoming a Tech Prep student. Contact your high school counselor or vocational teacher, or Renton Technical College’s Student Services office at (425) 235-5840.

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ADA AND AMENDMENTS ACCOMMODATIONS For more information call (425) 235-5840 or SSD@RTC.edu The college is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for students requiring special services. Students with disabilities are encouraged to meet with the Disability Specialist.

BOOKSTORE For more information call (425) 235-2323 or www.bookstore.RTC.edu

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Located at Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, Building I

Hours of operation Monday

Tuesday through Friday

7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

The RTC Bookstore stocks the textbooks and supplies required for classes, reference books and materials, electronic/computer supplies, clothing, gifts and cards. A special order service is also available on request. Extended and Saturday hours are available for the beginning of Fall, Winter and Spring quarters. Please call the Bookstore for extended, school break, holiday and Summer hours.

CASH MACHINE An automated teller machine (ATM) is available outside the entrance to the Cafeteria in the Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, (Building I). Users pay a nominal fee.

BUS ROUTES Metro buses serve the College’s main campus. For bus schedules or information on bus routes to our other sites. Metro Transit Information Line (206) 553-3000 or log on to http://metro.kingcounty.gov/

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CAMPUS SECURITY For more information call (425) 235-7871 Located at Security building N, room 103 RTC provides campus security to ensure the safety of our students. The Campus Security Department at Renton Technical College provides full-service, seven days a week, public safety and security services to the campus community. The Campus Security Department works closely with the Renton Police and Fire Departments and other local emergency service agencies. The Campus Security Department acts as the first responder for all incidents on campus, parking management for the college, coordinates emergency preparedness planning and provides crime prevention programming. The department responds to all reports of fire and/ or medical aid working in support of the Renton Fire Department. The Campus Security Department also provides community members with assistance when they are locked out of their vehicles, need a jumpstart because of a dead battery and we also offer escorts to and from your classes.

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION Many of the training programs offer a cooperative education component, a combination of classroom in training is over because employers want to retain proven workers. Instructors coordinate and seek out cooperative opportunities.

COUNSELING AND ADVISING/STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER For more information call (425) 235-5840

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provides general patrol of campus facilities and property, manages both traffic safety and

Located at Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, Building I Hours of operation: Monday–Thursday

7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Friday

7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Saturday

appointments available on request.

RTC offers counseling services to prospective students to assist them in selecting college offerings that fit their interests, goals and aptitudes, as well as to offer insights on other career-related issues.

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FOOD SERVICES Culinary Arts facility is located at Robert C. Roberts Campus Center, (Building I). Weekly menus are available online at www.rtc.edu/page/dining-services Our restaurants and bakery provide a hands-on environment for training students. A wide variety of vending machines are available in Buildings B, I, and L for all your night and weekend food needs.

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CULINAIRE ROOM A sit-down restaurant featuring upscale daily menus at reasonable prices. A delicious selection of Northwest, ethnic and international cuisine. Hours of operation: Monday–Friday

11:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

C.A.F.E. The College cafeteria features daily specials from the grill, breakfast, deli, salad bar and beverage station. Hours of operation: Monday – Friday

6:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

FAST FOOD Fast foods for people on the go! Quick burgers, wraps, baskets, and specials are offered daily. Hours of operation: Monday – Friday

11:15 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.

BAKERY For more information or ordering call (425) 235-2353, ext. 5596 An assortment of freshly baked goods is prepared daily by students in the Professional Baking program and sold in the RTC Bakery. Special order cakes, pies or other breads and pastries are available. Hours of operation: Monday – Friday

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CATERING For more information call (425) 235-5845 or www.RTC.edu/catering Let RTC make your event special, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a wedding, box lunch, sit-down meal, or special occasion at home or at work. Facilities on campus are available for rental for any size group, from small business meetings to weddings and conferences. Also available for rental are staging, draping, audiovisual and other equipment.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS The College issues Certificates of Eligibility (for student visas) to international students who plan to enroll in a vocational, academic program.

CAREER SERVICES For more information, call (425) 235-2352 ext. 7785. Get assistance with creating a resume, looking for a job or practicing for an interview. Get your cover letter or thank you letter critiqued and get help with filling out applications.

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For more information call (425) 235-5840

HEARING IMPAIRED SERVICES For more information, call Student Services at (425) 235-5840 RTC provides access to all current and prospective students, employees and job applicants who are hearing impaired via email at: Services to Students with Disabilities (SSD): SSD@RTC.edu Human Resources - jhogan@RTC.edu

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LIBRARY RESOURCE CENTER For more information, call Student Services at (425) 235-2331 or www.RTC.edu/library Located at Technology Resource Center, Building C. The library has a full range of books, periodicals, DVD’s, video tapes, and audio tapes. In addition, the library subscribes to many on-line databases that expand the library collection with thousands of full-text resources. Library staff members are eager to help students locate information and do research to support instructional and career development. The library staff will also help users identify and obtain items from other libraries. The library has ample study space, including many private group study rooms. Even when the library is closed, through the RTC Library website, students have access to more than 40,000 online books, 10,000 magazines and journals, and, 24 hours a day 7 days a week, online chat consultation with a live librarian is available. Normal library hours during Fall, Winter and Spring quarters are:

Monday – Thursday

Friday

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Open hours during holidays and between quarters will vary.

PARKING RULES & PERMITS Parking Rules & Permits Parking rules and regulations are enforced 24 hours a day, seven days a week throughout the calendar year. RTC students, employees and visitors are required to obtain parking permits for their vehicles. - Student parking permits are free of charge and are available from: Student Services, Roberts Campus Center, Building I - Employee parking permits can be obtained from the Campus Safety Office at: Security, Building N, Room 103

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PARKING RULES & PERMITS (continued) General Parking Rules Unless cars are marked with a special permit (disabled, carpool or visitor), students are required to park in the regular student parking lots on weekdays. On weekends, students may also park in any employee lot. Information subject to change – please check entrance sign at lots for current restrictions.

- Park one vehicle to a space inside a set of white lines. The rule of thumb is: if the area does not have white lines around it, it is not a legal parking spot–be aware that RTC does not

mark all illegal zones with red curbs and “No parking “signs. driveways, on sidewalks, and on the landscape. - No one may park in a reserved space without the appropriate permit or authorization. In addition to imposing fines, vehicles may be impounded due to the following grounds but not limited to:

- Blocking a roadway so as to impede the flow of traffic

- Blocking a fire hydrant or fire lane

- Creating a safety hazard

- Blocking another legally parked vehicle,

- Parking in a marked “tow away” zone and outstanding unpaid parking citations.

STUDENT HOUSING & TRANSPORTATION While RTC does not provide housing or transportation for students, we will assist in providing information. Housing in the Renton area is available in a variety of price ranges.

STUDENT INSURANCE For more information call (425) 235-2352

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- No one may park at any time in roadways, fire lanes, bus zones, loading zones, service

Accident and health insurance is available for all students of Washington State’s Community and Technical Colleges. Students are responsible for paying the insurance premiums outlined in the plan.

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TESTING SERVICES For more information call (425) 235-2352 ext. 5704 The Testing Center is located in the DeMoss building (J- 219). Our testing center provides testing services to a diverse community, fulfilling the assessment needs of prospective and current students. The Testing Center publishes a monthly calendar which is available both on campus and online. Please note that Children are not permitted in the Testing Center. All tests administered in the Testing Center require approved picture identification and a copy STUDENT SERVICES & FINANCIAL AID | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

of the receipt showing payment for the test. Test fees are not refundable.

COMPASS PLACEMENT TESTING Before enrolling in a Professional-Technical program or General Education class at RTC, students are required to take the COMPASS placement test. The test assesses the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s math, reading and writing skills. The COMPASS test is offered on the computer and has no time limit. The scores are used to determine appropriate class placement, referral services, and by financial aid for state aid consideration. A counselor or advisor may review the scores with the tester as part of the educational planning process. Students must start the test during the posted hours on the testing calendar. The COMPASS test costs $20 for all three subject tests. Each test, taken individually or as a retest, costs $10. Using Assessment Scores from Other Schools: If you have taken the COMPASS placement test at another school, you have the option to transfer those scores to Renton Technical College. We do not accept ACCUPLACER scores. You may submit your COMPASS scores from other schools only if they are less than two years old. Exception: If you have attended other colleges and have completed college level english, writing or math (intermediate algebra and higher) with at least a 2.0 grade point average, please bring your transcript to the Counseling Center in Building I and the COMPASS assessment may be waived. Copies of your transcript are acceptable. Students registering in continuing education classes are not required to take the COMPASS assessment test. COMPASS Practice Test: www.act.org RTC Testing Center: http://www.rtc.edu/page/testing-services GED Testing Service: https://ged.com/

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HOW TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s easy to apply for financial aid. Students can submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on-line. The FAFSA collects financial data and other information that is used to calculate the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) that ultimately determines a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eligibility for aid. The federal code for Renton Technical College is 014001. The key to obtaining financial aid is to apply early. Students should apply at least three months prior to the time they expect to enter school. Students may begin the process at any time; however, financial aid will not be awarded until a start date has been assigned. - The FAFSA worksheet can be picked up in the Financial Aid Office. This website is provided by the Department of Education and allows students to transmit

the application online. - Students will be required to complete an RTC Data Sheet and possibly other forms. visit : www.RTC.edu - Students should stay in touch with the Financial Aid Office to be certain that all information needed to complete their file has been turned in on time.

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- Students can submit the FAFSA electronically. visit: www.fafsa.gov/

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS All financial aid recipients must meet the following requirements: - Have a high school diploma, High School Equivalency or Compass (approved ability to benefit tests). (note: for federal funds a student must have a high

school diploma or GED). - Be enrolled in an eligible degree or certificate program. - Not owe a repayment on a grant or be in default on a student loan. - Have financial need as determined by the federal need analysis.

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- Be registered with Selective Service if required.

SATISFACTORY PROGRESS It is important to remember that financial aid eligibility is based on academic standing as well as credits completed versus credits registered for. We review your progress from your start date at RTC, even if you did not receive aid. It is possible to lose eligibility without ever having received aid. In order to remain eligible for financial aid, you must meet the following academic requirements: As a student, you must maintain a grade point average of 2.0 at the end of each grading period. You must also complete 67% of credits based on what number of credits you registered for â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pace of Progressionâ&#x20AC;?.

WARNING You are eligible to receive financial aid while on warning status. If you fail to maintain the academic requirements listed above, you will be placed on financial aid warning at RTC. You will remain on warning until the next term. At the end of the term progress will be reviewed.

SUSPENSION If at the end of a warning period you have not met the satisfactory progress requirements, your aid will be suspended. You will not be eligible to receive financial aid and must pay tuition and fees for future terms. You will be placed on suspension from aid at Renton Technical College if: - You fall below a 2.0 average following a warning period. - You fail to complete 67% of the credits of the quarter you register for following a warning period. - You withdrew before completing 60% of the quarter for which you were paid.

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REINSTATEMENT AFTER SUSPENSION You may request reinstatement of eligibility after completing one quarter at your own expense, meeting satisfactory progress requirements, and repaying any overpayment that is owed.

MAXIMUM TIME FRAME OF FUNDING The maximum time frame for funding to complete a training program is 150% of the published length of the program. (For Washington State Need Grant recipients it is 125%.)

You have the right to appeal a suspension if you had a mitigating circumstance you wish us to review. Appeal forms are available in the financial aid office.

TYPES OF AID Renton Technical College offers financial assistance to eligible students in the form of grants, work study, loans and scholarships. A financial aid award may consist of one or more of the following programs: Grants

Work Study Programs

Loans Scholarships Veterans Programs

GRANTS

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Grants are considered gift aid and do not require repayment unless a student fails to maintain satisfactory progress or leaves school before completing more than 60% of the term. RTC participates in the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), Opportunity Grant, and Washington State Need Grant programs.

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WORK STUDY PROGRAMS Work Study programs provide part-time employment to eligible students, on and off campus. The maximum a student can earn is determined by financial need and funds available. Students can work up to 19 hours per week while school is in session. Every effort is made to place students in jobs which relate to their training. RTC participates in both the federal and state work study programs.

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The Federal Direct Student Loan Program offers long term loans which allow students to postpone paying for a portion of their school expenses until after they graduate or leave school. Repayment begins six months after completion or withdrawal from the professional technical program. RTC participates in the Direct Stafford Loan Program (subsidized, unsubsidized and PLUS). - Subsidized Direct Loans are need-based. A student’s eligibility to borrow is based on financial need as determined by the federal government which pays interest on the loan while the student is in school. - Unsubsidized Direct Loans do not require a student to show financial need; however, the

cost of the student’s education must exceed any other financial aid offered. The student, not the federal government, is responsible to pay all interest that accrues on this loan - Direct PLUS loans are loans a dependent student’s parents take out to help the student pay for their education. Eligibility to borrow is based on the parents’ credit worthiness and the student’s unmet need. Repayment begins as soon as the funds are disbursed. The Emergency Student Loan is a $200 short-term institutional loan available to financial aid students who are making satisfactory progress. All loans must be repaid no later than the end of the quarter in which they are received. Funds are limited.

SCHOLARSHIPS The Renton Technical College Foundation, in partnership with various service, business and professional organizations in the community, provides more than $30,000 in scholarships annually. Current students will receive scholarship announcements via their student email account throughout the year from the Director of Student Engagement. In addition, many scholarship announcements are received in the financial aid office throughout the school year. Eligibility criteria, application process and deadlines are posted in the Financial Aid Office located in the Robert C. (Roberts Campus Building I).

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VETERANS PROGRAMS Most of the training programs at Renton Technical College which offer a Certificate of Completion or an Associate of Applied Science degree are approved for benefits under the following Veterans Administration regulations: Chapter 31 (Vocational Rehabilitation), 30 (Montgomery Bill), 32 (VEAP), 33 (Post 9/11), 35 (Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance) and 1606, 1607 (Reserves) of Title 38, U.S. Code. Students who plan to use their veteran’s benefits are required to contact the Veterans Specialist located in the Financial Aid Office. A determination of eligibility by the Veterans Administration and the receipt of your first month’s benefits can take 4 to 6 weeks, so it’s a good idea to apply well in advance of your anticipated start date if you plan to use your benefits to pay for initial 1990 and submit a certified copy of their form DD-214 and a notice of eligibility. Veterans who have used their educational benefits at a prior college must submit an academic transcript for evaluation of credits. All veterans are required to keep the Veterans’ Specialist apprised of enrollment plans each quarter and are expected to conform to the academic standards of the financial aid satisfactory progress policy to remain eligible for benefits.

AGENCY FUNDED STUDENTS The Financial Aid Office acts as the liaison between students and the various public and private agencies who offer funding, including: - Division of Vocational Rehab (DVR) - Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) - Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) - Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) - Employment Security - Private Insurance

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tuition costs. Veterans who have not previously used their benefits must complete Form 22-

WORKER RETRAINING For more information call Student Success Center at (425) 235-5840 If you have been terminated or received notice of termination from your job, are currently receiving unemployment benefits from the state of Washington, or have exhausted unemployment benefits within the last two years, or have been self-employed or are a displaced homemaker, you may be eligible to receive financial aid for approved training programs to help cover the costs of tuition, books, child care and transportation.

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WORKFIRST For more information call Student Success Center at (425) 235-5840 Tuition assistance is available for Temporary Aid for Needy Families (TANF) recipients and working parents who meet income guidelines. You may be eligible if you are receiving temporary assistance for needy families (TANF), working for pay, and your Individual Responsibility Plan (IRP) includes training; or you are working for pay, low-income, a custodial or non-custodial parent financially responsible for a child, and not receiving any other form of financial aid. An

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RTC counselor will determine your eligibility.

FINANCIAL AID REFUND AND REPAYMENT POLICY Return of Title IV Funds Students who receive Title IV aid (Federal Pell, Federal SEOG, Federal Direct Subsidized and/ or Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford loans and Direct PLUS) and withdraw from school are subject to the Return of Title IV aid regulations. Federal law requires that a student must “earn” the aid they receive. When a student withdraws, drops out or otherwise fails to complete more than 60% of the term for which they received federal funds, the school is required to determine the amount “earned” using the Return of Title IV aid regulations. If a student completes more than 60% of the term, it is determined that all financial aid has been earned. If a student completes 60% or less of the term, the earned and unearned portion will be calculated. The “unearned” portion of tuition will be returned by the college to the appropriate Title IV program. The college will then bill the student for the amount of tuition that was returned in excess of the college’s refund policy.

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STUDENT HANDBOOK For information regarding the Student Records Policy, Please contact the Registrar’s Office at (425) 235-2352, ext. 5537. The Student handbook outlines College services available to students and summarizes student’s rights and responsibilities. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their educational records. They are: - The right to inspect and review the student’s educational records.

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- The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records to ensure that they are not inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights. - The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. - The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by Renton Technical College to comply with the requirements of FERPA. - The right to obtain a copy of Renton Technical College’s student records policy. The policy is available in the Registrar’s Office, Robert C. Roberts Campus Center (Building I).

ATTENDANCE The College encourages daily attendance at all classes and labs to enable students to gain maximum benefit from the instruction that is offered. Students are expected to be responsible for their own attendance. Individual programs may have specific attendance standards, and some instructors may have their own attendance and punctuality criteria which will factor into the student’s overall performance.

ATTENDANCE AWARDS Students who achieve perfect attendance during each enrollment period will be eligible for a perfect attendance award. The record, as kept by the instructor, will be considered the official record for computing attendance.

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LEAVE OF ABSENCE The College does not grant formal leaves of absences to students.

GRADING POLICY Grading criteria are determined by the instructor. These criteria and how grades are achieved must be shared, in writing, with the student on the first day the student begins class. For courses that are taught within professional-technical programs, grading criteria and policies will be shared in writing with students on the first day that the course is taught.

Grading

policies must be on file and approved by the instructorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dean.

Grades will be submitted as decimals which students can convert as follows: Decimal Grade

Letter Equivalent

4.0-3.9

3.8-3.5

A-

3.4-3.2

B+

3.1-2.9

2.8-2.5

B-

2.4-2.2

C+

2.1-2.0

1.9-1.5

C-

1.4-1.2

D+

1.1-1.0

0.9-0.7

D-

0.6-0.0

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Unsatisfactory

In Progress

Incomplete

Audit

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S/U-SATISFACTORY OR UNSATISFACTORY An “S” grade is not figured into the grade-point average. A “U” grade is figured as a “0.”

Y-IN PROGRESS A “Y” grade is given to all the students in a class who are doing passing coursework but need additional instruction and time to complete course requirements or competencies. Students are required to re-register for the course and pay all tuition and any other charges. The Y remains on the transcript for the quarter assigned, while the final grade will be posted to the quarter in which the student re-enrolled in the course. The Y grade earns no credit and does

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not affect the GPA.

I-INCOMPLETE When a student is not able to complete a class for reasons beyond his control an instructor may assign an incomplete. It should be given ONLY when there is a reasonable expectation that the student will complete the specified work in the time allowed without additional instructional time. To receive an “I” grade, the student MUST have an “Incomplete Contract” signed by the instructor and the dean and submitted to registration prior to the grade being submitted. An “I” grade reverts to the assigned “grade without completion” after one quarter (not including summer) unless otherwise specified on the incomplete contract. The original is sent to the registrar with copies to the student, instructor, dean and counselor or advisor.

N-AUDIT An audit means the student registers on a space-available basis to attend the class and to listen, but not do graded work. The student pays full tuition and fees, but attends class for information only. The N grade does not earn credit and does not affect the GPA. The audit grade option must be approved by the instructor and submitted to registration office by the 10th day of the class. Once registered for an audit, the student cannot change to a graded option.

R-REPEATING A COURSE The qualifier “R” on a transcript means a course has been repeated, and is excluded from credits and grade point average. All grades will still appear on the transcript whether repeated or not. The most recent grade will be used to compute the GPA. Students may not take a course more than twice without permission from the Vice-President of Student Services. Repeating certain courses may require permission from the instructor or the appropriate administrator.

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V-UNOFFICIAL WITHDRAWAL Students who attend briefly, rarely, or not at all, and who fail to officially withdraw from a course or a program with a W grade, may be assigned a grade of ”V” at the discretion of the instructor. The V grade does not earn credit and does not count in the GPA calculation.

W-WITHDRAWALS A student may officially withdraw from a program or class by completing the appropriate form and submitting it to registration by the eighth week of the quarter. After the eighth week, the student cannot receive a “W” and will be graded based on the course requirements as described in the course syllabus. A withdrawal prior to the 10th day of the quarter is not listed but it is not computed in the GPA. An official withdrawal can only be initiated by a student or a counselor or advisor at the request of the student.

HW-HARDSHIP WITHDRAWALS Under very exceptional circumstances, instructors can request a hardship withdrawal for a student. This can be requested at anytime during the quarter for a student who has attended class regularly and has completed assignments with passing grades but for reasons beyond his or her control must drop out. A hardship withdrawal must be signed by the instructor, the dean and the Vice-President for Student Services.

GRADE GRIEVANCES A student who feels he did not get the grade he earned must first speak to the instructor involved. If the dispute is not resolved, the student may file a grade grievance with the

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on the transcript. After the 10th day of the class, a “W” will appear on the student’s transcript

supervising dean. Grade grievances must be based on: - Grade entry errors, - If the instructor did not follow the grading criteria outlined in the course syllabus, - Grading criteria were not uniformly applied. A grade grievance MUST be filed within one quarter after the quarter in which the grade was assigned, not including summer quarter.

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ACADEMIC STANDARDS OF PROGRESS Renton Technical College expects students to be serious about their education. The academic standing of each Renton Technical College student is carefully monitored to support the full development of each student’s academic potential. The faculty and staff are committed to student success and academic progress.

PROGRESSIVE INTERVENTION Academic Alert: Students must maintain an average of “2.0” or better in the program and/or a grade of “2.0”

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or better in designated courses. It is the responsibility of the instructor to inform the students doing less than “2.0” work of their status at least four weeks prior to the end of each quarter/ reporting period. This is to be done in writing using the Student Academic Progress Report form. After the student and the instructor have signed the Progress Notice form, a copy must be forwarded to the program administrator. Students receive a progress notice indicating that academic performance is unsatisfactory and are advised to seek assistance. Academic Probation: Registration will supply instructional administrators and financial aid with a list of all students receiving a grade average of less than a “2.0” in a program. These students are required to meet with a designated faculty advisor and program administrator to develop specific steps to improve their academic record. An educational plan must be drafted and approved by the appropriate administrator. Academic Restriction: Continued academic difficulties will result in academic restrictions to be determined by the Instructor and the appropriate administrator. Students are blocked from registration activity and must complete an academic plan, to be presented to a subcommittee of the Academic Standards Committee, prior to registration. Academic restrictions will be continued and/or increased each quarter the student’s cumulative GPA remains below 2.0. Academic restrictions may include, but are not restricted to the following: reduced credit load, mandatory participation in tutoring services, academic suspension, and academic dismissal. Students on academic restriction are not eligible for financial aid.

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PROGRESSIVE INTERVENTION (continued) Students who are suspended or dismissed must file an application for readmission and secure permission from the Academic Standards Committee before resuming their education. This committee is comprised of the instructional administrator for the program or the department in question, a program or course instructor, and the Vice-President for Student Services. When financial aid has been canceled due to unsatisfactory progress, students may use one of the following options to reinstate eligibility: - Successfully complete at least six credits, with a GPA of 2.0 or better without the help of financial aid. (The student will need to notify financial aid at the end of the successful

quarter); or - Students who believe that they had circumstances beyond their control that prevented of aid. - Readmitted students will be placed on probation and will be subject to the normal

standards of academic progress.

APPEAL Only the Academic Suspension status can be appealed.

The student must show proof of

circumstances over which they did not have control and/or show proof of making measurable and substantial progress towards repairing their academic performance. The appeal is an informal meeting with Academic Standards Committee. This committee reviews appeals on a case by case basis. The decision of the committee is final.

LIFTING PROGRESSIVE INTERVENTION If a student raises his or her grade to an average of â&#x20AC;&#x153;2.0â&#x20AC;? or better, the college will remove the student from Progressive Intervention.

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them from making satisfactory academic progress may submit an appeal for reinstatement

CREDITS The academic year for career training programs, General Education and Basic Studies at Renton Technical College is divided into three quarters of 11 weeks each, and a summer session of six weeks. One credit is earned for each 11 hours of lecture/discussion or for 24 hours of laboratory/applied learning. For work site instruction or on-the-job training, a different ratio may apply. For retraining and upgrading programs, one credit is earned for each 10 hours of lecture/ discussion or for 20 hours of laboratory/applied learning. For Apprenticeship programs, one credit is earned per 16.5 hours of total instruction.

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TRANSFER OF CREDITS When a student transfers to another college, that college determines the transferability of specific courses and programs. RTC maintains credit reciprocity agreements with many institutions of higher learning, but students are advised to check carefully with the institution where they expect to transfer. Students transferring to RTC from other institutions must have an official transcript. Courses with less than a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Câ&#x20AC;? grade will not be accepted by RTC.

CREDIT ASSESSMENT Students who have had program-related coursework at other institutions prior to attending Renton Technical College may be awarded credit for advanced placement. Credit transfer is

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awarded by the Registrar in the following ways: College Credit For coursework which was completed at another college or university accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the Department of Education. Tech Prep Credit Credit earned through participation in Tech Prep programs as determined by the South King County Tech Prep Consortium Articulation Agreement Manual and governed by the rules and regulations between the college and school districts. Military Coursework Credit for coursework completed while the individual was in one of the branches of the U.S. Armed Services including the Coast Guard. Credit for Industry Courses Industry courses are courses (graded or nongraded) offered by industry for its employees and are usually taught by industry personnel. Individual Course Challenge Credit Credit is awarded when the individual has passed a comprehensive test of the course content. There are limited opportunities to challenge individual courses at this time. Applicants are encouraged to contact the program Dean/Director for more information. Advanced Placement (AP) Renton Technical College grants credit in a variety of subject areas for students who obtain a particular score on their College Board Advanced Placement Exams. Students must submit an official copy of their AP scores to the Credentials Evaluation office. Upon evaluation of those scores, the student will be notified of accepted credits. Credit is posted to the student transcript at the time of graduation.

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CREDIT ASSESSMENT (continued) CLEP (College Level Examination Program) CLEP exams are computer-based tests that allow students to demonstrate their ability in a given subject. By obtaining a particular score, recommended by the American Council of Education, students can obtain college credit. Students must submit an official copy of their CLEP scores to the Credentials Evaluation office. Credit is posted to the student transcript at the time of graduation. Transcripts Students may request official transcripts by submitting a completed transcript request from the Enrollment Services Office. Orders are generally processed within one week.

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PROGRAM COMPLETION STANDARDS A Certificate of Completion will be issued when: - A student completes all program requirements with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher - A student completes all designated courses (classes requiring a 2.0 or higher and identified as such in the official course outline) with at 2.0 or higher - A student earns all required credits in the program of study as identified in the official course outline on file with the Vice President of Instruction - A class in which a student earns a GPA of .06 or lower cannot be used toward any requirement in a degree or certificate

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT All USA Academic Team

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To obtain a transcript request form, call the Enrollment Services Office at (425) 235-2352 or

The All USA Academic Team Scholarship competition is for students who have been in an AAS program for at least two quarters, have excellent grades and a history of community service may be nominated by their instructors for the campus competition. To compete, students must write an essay and obtain letters of recommendation. The college selects two representatives to go on to state-wide competition, receive a monetary award and attend a luncheon with the Governor. Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Honor List Students who complete a Certificate, AAS, or AAS-T degree of 21 credits or more with a GPA of 3.7 or higher by the end of the previous quarter earn the right to wear a gold cord during the graduation ceremony. If they continue to qualify after the grades for their graduating quarter are posted, students will receive a letter signed by the President of the college and a statement will appear on their transcript. RTC.edu

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PHI THETA KAPPA In keeping with the Renton Technical College philosophy of encouraging excellence in all of our programs, we are constantly looking for ways that individual students, and teams of students can be recognized for their skills and academic excellence. Recognition for academic excellence is bestowed in two ways: by the school and by a international honor society, Phi Theta Kappa. The RTC chapter, Beta Phi Delta, was founded in 2014. It is rated as one of the fastest growing regional and national chapters of Phi Theta Kappa. Program Description

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Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two year colleges, recognizes student academic excellence and leadership potential and gives members the opportunity for involvement in leadership, travel, and campus and community service activities. How do I join Phi Theta Kappa at RTC? After you have completed at least 12 credits successfully at RTC, IF your cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) is equal to or greater than 3.5 on a 4 point scale, you will be sent an invitation to join Phi Theta Kappa. Does it cost money to join? There is a fee to join the National PTK organization. It is a one-time fee. We do NOT charge anything extra for membership in the RTC Chapter. Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s my incentive to join? Opportunities for Service and Leadership: We encourage PTK members to organize or participate in college and community service events. There are opportunities to demonstrate leadership at the event level, and at the PTK chapter level. Recognition: If you keep your grades high, and graduate with a 3.5 GPA, you will be allowed to wear a special stole on your gown at graduation. Your membership in PTK will be noted on your official transcript, and you will be given a gold seal that you can place on your Certificate or Degree, when you receive it. Scholarships: You may also apply for PTK transfer scholarships, to go on towards a four year degree, which are only offered to PTK members! Contact faculty advisor Tim Culler, tculler@rtc.edu or Director of Student Engagement, Jessica Supinski, jsupinski@rtc.edu for more information.

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ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT (continued) Vice-President’s Honors List To qualify for the Vice-President’s Honors List, students must be enrolled for a total of 12 credits or more during the quarter. Students must complete all courses for which they are registered with a GPA of 3.7 or higher. There is no limit to the number of quarters that a student may appear on the list. Students who achieve this distinction will receive a letter signed by the Vice-President for Instruction acknowledging their achievement. BAS Degree Honors Designations For the Bachelor of Applied Science in Application Development, honors designations are:

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Cum Laude: With distinction 3.85 – 3.89 GPA Magna Cum Laude: With great distinction 3.9 – 3.94 GPA Summa Cum Laude: With highest distinction 3.95 - 4.0 GPA

COMMENCEMENT Application for Graduation To receive a Certificate or an Associate of Applied Science Degree or Direct Transfer Degree from Renton Technical College, a student must complete an Application for Degree or Certificate form. The application is located at: www.RTC.eduStudentServices/Forms or can be obtained at the Enrollment Services Office located in the Roberts Campus Center, Building I. The Application for Graduation must be completed by the first week of the quarter in which the student expects to graduate in order for the student to be listed in the graduation program. Commencement Ceremony The Renton Technical College graduation ceremony is held each year in June on the last day of the Spring Quarter. Any eligible student completing a degree, certificate, high school diploma or GED through Renton Technical College at any time during the academic year (fall through summer) may participate. All students must complete and submit an Application for Graduation in order for the student to be listed in the graduation program. Caps and gowns are required and can be purchased in the RTC Bookstore.

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ACCOUNTING CLERK Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 38 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

Accounting is the “language of business.” This program provides basic fundamental skills in accounting theory and procedures and basic computer training in word processing, database, electronic spreadsheets, and general ledger. Upon completion of this program, the student has ACCOUNTING CLERK | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

the fundamental skills for entry into the job market and also has the foundation for additional accounting training.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 160V

Basic Math for Accounting (Hybrid)

ACCT 110*

Intro to Financial Accounting (Hybrid)

ACCT 132

Basic Excel (Hybrid)

AMATH 170V

Applied Math for Accounting (Hybrid)

COL 101

College Success

ACCT 160

Human Relations in an Accounting Office (Hybrid)

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ENGL 075

Business English

CREDITS

ACCT 105

Computer Skills (Hybrid)

ACCT 284

Job Search Skills (Hybrid)

APP 105

Introduction to Keyboarding (Hybrid)

ACCT& 201*

Principles of Accounting I (Hybrid)

ACCT 232

Intermediate Excel (Hybrid)

*Core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course with an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher.

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STUDENTS WHO CAN DEMONSTRATE PROFICIENCY IN AMATH 160V AND AMATH 170V CAN SUBSTITUTE CREDITS WITH SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE FOLLOWING: COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ACCT 273

Government and Non-Profit Accounting

BIOL& 160

General Biology

CHEM& 140

General Chemistry

ECON& 201

Microeconomics

ECON& 202

Macroeconomics

GEOL& 101

Introduction to Physical Geology

MATH 075

Pre-Algebra

MATH 085

Beginning Algebra

MATH 095

Intermediate Algebra

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

MATH& 148

Business Calculus

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Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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ACCOUNTING PARAPROFESSIONAL Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 64 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 94 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

This program builds upon the fundamental skills learned in the Accounting Clerk program. This ACCOUNTING PARAPROFESSIONAL | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

program provides additional training in specialized areas including small business accounting, income tax preparation, partnership and corporation accounting, financial applications, and also provides an introduction to business law as it relates to the business environment. To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program as well as 30 credits of additional accounting and General Education coursework.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 160V

Basic Math for Accounting (Hybrid)

CREDITS 2

ACCT 110*

Introduction to Financial Accounting (Hybrid)

ACCT 132

Basic Excel (Hybrid)

AMATH 170V

Applied Math for Accounting (Hybrid)

COL 101

College Success

ACCT 160

Human Relations in an Accounting Office (Hybrid)

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ACCT 105

Computer Skills (Hybrid)

CREDITS 1

ACCT 284

Job Search Skills (Hybrid)

APP 105

Introduction to Keyboarding (Hybrid)

ACCT& 201*

Principles of Accounting I (Hybrid)

ACCT 232

Intermediate Excel (Hybrid)

ACCT 179

Taxation I - Individuals (Hybrid)

QUARTER 3

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ENGL 075

Business English

ACCT 124

Small Business Accounting (Hybrid)

ACCT 275

Taxation II - Business Entities (Hybrid)

ACCT 277

Business Taxes (Hybrid)

ACCT& 202*

Principles of Accounting II (Hybrid)

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QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 180V

Algebra for the Paraprofessional (Hybrid)

ACCT 224

Financial Applications (Hybrid)

*Core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course with an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher.

STUDENTS WHO CAN DEMONSTRATE PROFICIENCY IN AMATH 160V, AMATH 170V, AND AMATH 180V CAN SUBSTITUTE CREDITS WITH SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE FOLLOWING: COURSE TITLE

ACCT 273

Government and Non-Profit Accounting

CREDITS 5

BIOL& 160

General Biology

CHEM& 140

General Chemistry

ECON& 101

Microeconomics

ECON& 201

Macroeconomics

GEOL& 101

Introduction to Physical Geology

MATH 085

Beginning Algebra

MATH 095

Intermediate Algebra

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

MATH& 148

Business Calculus

ADDITIONAL ACCOUNTING AND GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE:

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COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ACCT& 203

Principles of Accounting III

CREDITS 5

BUS& 201

Business Law

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

One of the following ENGL courses:

COMP 100

Applied Composition

ENGL& 101

English Composition

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*Core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course with an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher. **Students must successfully complete 2 of the 3 Excel groups (Basic, Intermediate, and Advanced courses and labs).

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST Business Technology Certificate of Completion: n/a

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 106 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

This program builds upon the fundamental skills learned in the Accounting Paraprofessional program. This program provides additional training in specialized areas including managerial/ cost accounting, governmental and non-profit accounting, federal and state business taxes, earn an Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 160V

Basic Math for Accounting (Hybrid)

CREDITS 2

ACCT 110*

Introduction to Financial Accounting (Hybrid)

ACCT 132

Basic Excel (Hybrid)

AMATH 170V

Applied Math for Accounting (Hybrid)

COL 101

College Success

ACCT 160

Human Relations in an Accounting Office (Hybrid)

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ENGL 075

Business English

ACCT 105

Computer Skills (Hybrid)

ACCT 284

Job Search Skills (Hybrid)

APP 105

Introduction to Keyboarding (Hybrid)

ACCT& 201*

Principles of Accounting I (Hybrid)

ACCT 232

Intermediate Excel (Hybrid)

AMATH 180V

Algebra for the Paraprofessional (Hybrid)

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and additional studies of business law. Students enrolled in the Accounting Specialist program

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ACCT 124

Small Business Accounting (Hybrid)

CREDITS

ACCT 277

Business Taxes (Hybrid)

ACCT 179

Taxation I - Individuals (Hybrid)

ACCT& 202*

Principles of Accounting II (Hybrid)

ACCT 224

Financial Applications (Hybrid)

AMATH 182

Beginning Algebra for Accounting

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MATH 095

Intermediate Algebra

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

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QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ACCT 275

Taxation II - Business Entities (Hybrid)

CREDITS 3

ACCT& 203*

Principles of Accounting III (Hybrid)

ECON& 201

Microeconomics* (Hybrid)

MATH& 141

Precalculus I

OPTIONAL COURSES ONE OF THE FOLLOWING COURSES: COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ACCT 273

Government and Non-Profit Accounting

ECON& 201

Microeconomics

ECON& 202

Macroeconomics

ONE OF THE FOLLOWING MATH COURSES: COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MATH& 141

Precalculus I

MATH& 142

Precalculus II

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

MATH& 148

Business Calculus

MATH& 151

Calculus I

*Core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course with an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher.

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COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ACCT 273

Government and Non-Profit Accounting

BIOL& 160

General Biology

CHEM& 121

Introduction to Chemistry

ECON& 201

Microeconomics

ECON& 202

Macroeconomics

ENGL& 101

English Composition

GEOL& 101

Introduction to Physical Geology

MATH 085

Beginning Algebra

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

MATH& 148

Business Calculus

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ADMIN OFFICE MGMT/ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SMALL-BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 77 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 97 credits

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Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring Quarter Summer w/ Permission

Learn skills to start and run a small-business or manage someone elseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Learn about management, accounting, marketing, human relations, and other skills, and apply the skills and concepts through a cooperative education option or internship. To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, students must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education.The General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AOM 111*

Introduction to Business

CREDITS 5

AOM 151*

Principles of Supervision

AMATH 171V*

Business Math/Calculators

AOM 117*

Concept to Commercialization

COL 101

College Success

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AOM 121*

Office Accounting

AOM 185*

Human Relations in the Office

AOM 115*

Marketing through Customer Service

AOM 118*

Small Business Marketing

QUARTER 2

QUARTER 3

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AOM 112*

Business Law

AOM 122*

Applied Office Accounting

AOM 291

Office Management and Job Search

ENGL 085*

Business Communications

AOM 119*

Financing a Small Business

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QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AOM 101*

Principles of Operations Management

HUM 101*

Human Relations

AOM 120*

Planning for Small Business

* Core Courses

OPTIONAL COURSES COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AOM 294

Cooperative Work Experience

CREDITS 1-8

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ACCT 124

Small Business Accounting

CREDITS 5

ACCT 284

Job Search Skills

AOM 116

Applied Computer Applications

AOM 291

Office Management and Job Search

APP 101

Introduction to Windows I

APP 102

Introduction to Windows II

APP 116

Word II

APP 121

Excel II

APP 125

Access I

APP 126

Access II

APP 146

PowerPoint II

APP 170

Photoshop I

APP 175

Dreamweaver I

ECON& 201

Microeconomics

ECON& 202

Macroeconomics

ENGL& 102

Writing From Research

MATH& 141

Precalculus I

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

MATH& 148

Business Calculus I

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175

Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition or

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

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FIVE ELECTIVE CREDITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING:

CREDITS

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ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE MANAGEMENT/ OFFICE MANAGEMENT Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 73 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 93 credits

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Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter or Spring Quarter

Preparing for a successful career in office management takes time, energy, and commitment. In this track, students learn the skills needed to manage a business through hands-on application of business concepts. Course topics include accounting, business law, communications, human relations, marketing, Microsoft Office applications, office procedures, operations management, and supervision. To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. The General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APP 115

Word I

CREDITS 1

APP 120

Excel I

AOM 111*

Introduction to Business

AOM 151*

Principles of Supervision

AMATH 171V*

Business Math/Calculators

COL 101

College Success

QUARTER 2

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APP 150

Publisher I

APP 145

PowerPoint I

AOM 121*

Office Accounting

AOM 185*

Human Relations in the Office

AOM 115*

Marketing through Customer Service

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

APP 110

Outlook I

APP 111

Outlook II

AOM 112*

Business Law

AOM 122*

Applied Office Accounting

AOM 291*

Office Management and Job Search

ENGL 085*

Business Communications

QUARTER 4 COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AOM 142*

Office Procedures

AOM 101*

Introduction to Operations Management

HUM 101*

Human Relations

* Core Courses

OPTIONAL COURSES COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AOM 294

Cooperative Work Experience (optional)

CREDITS (1-8)

FIVE ELECTIVE CREDITS SELECTED FROM THE FOLLOWING: COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ACCT 124

Small Business Accounting

CREDITS 5

ACCT 284

Job Search Skills

AOM 116

Applied Computer Applications

AOM 291

Office Management and Job Search

APP 101

Introduction to Windows I

APP 102

Introduction to Windows II

APP 116

Word II

APP 121

Excel II

APP 125

Access I

APP 126

Access II

APP 146

PowerPoint II

APP 170

Photoshop I

APP 175

Dreamweaver I

ECON& 201

Microeconomics

ECON& 202

Macroeconomics

ENGL& 102

Writing From Research

MATH& 141

Precalculus I

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

MATH& 148

Business Calculus I

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COURSE #

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175

Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition or

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

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COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 175

Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

5 5

*Core Courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course with an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g.

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ANESTHESIA TECHNICIAN Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 74 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 94 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 94 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter

This program provides entry level training leading to a Certificate of Completion. Curriculum is based on the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) standards and guidelines. Course work includes the following: medical terminology, pharmacology, EKG

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analysis, anesthesia equipment principles and applications, and general medical knowledge. Included in the program are intensive clinical experiences in local area hospitals. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements (two [2] attempts per course only). To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Applied Scienceâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Transfer (AAS-T) degree, students must complete the certificate program and meet the general education course requirements.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ANES 100

Healthcare Provider CPR/First and AED and Bloodborne Pathogens

ANES 101

Introduction to Anesthesia Technology

ANES 103

Anesthesia Technology Lab I

ANES 105

Pharmacology I

ANES 108

Medical Terminology

ANES 109

Microbiology

ANES 112

Operating Room Environment

AMATH 160G

Medical Math

QUARTER 2

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ANES 102

Anesthesia Equipment: Principles & Applications

ANES 104

Anesthesia Technology Lab II

ANES 106

Pharmacology II

ANES 107

Law and Ethics of Healthcare

ANES 110

EKG Analysis

ANES 111

Patient Care Skills

ANES 171

Communications

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ANES 181

Human Relations

ANES 191

Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practicum I

ANES 192

Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practicum II

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ANES 193

Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practicum III

ANES 194

Certificate Exam Prep

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE TITLE

BIOL 105

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS-T DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CHEM& 121

General Chemistry

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

ENGL& 101

English Composition

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication or

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

* All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses and require achieving a 2.0 or better (with the exception of any clinical/externship/internship courses, which require a Satisfactory (S) grade), in order to continue

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER Technology Certificate of Completion: 75 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall or winter Quarter

This is a one-year certificate option in the two-year Computer Science certificate/degree program. Students enrolled in the Computer Science program may opt to exit in one year the Applications Developer certificate program are qualified for job titles including: Website Developer, Database Designer, PC Support Specialist, Entry-level Software Tester, and Digital Imaging Specialist.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

COL 101

College Success

CSI 101

PC Hardware and Networking

CSI 102

Office Applications and Business Communications

CSI 152

Introduction to Programming

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CSI 147

Web Graphics

CSI 154

Introduction to C# Programming

CSI 156

Introduction to Database Theory and Design

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after completing the requirements for a certificate as an Applications Developer. Graduates of

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CSI 145

Web Design

CSI 155

Object â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Oriented Programming with C#

CSI 156

Applied Database Development

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 174J

Computer Mathematics

CSI 171

Software Testing

CSI 182

Leadership and Teamwork in Systems Analysis

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AUTOBODY REPAIR & REFINISHING Automotive Certificate of Completion: 134 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 154 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter

This program prepares students for entrance into the automotive collision repair industry. All courses are taught in accordance with recommended industry procedures and standards set forth by industry recognized organizations such as the National Institute for Automotive AUTOBODY REPAIR & REFINISHING | AUTOMOTIVE

Service Excellence (ASE) and the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (ICAR). The program courses are divided into five main areas of study: Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair, Structural Analysis and Damage Repair, Mechanical and Electrical Components, Plastics and Adhesives, and Painting and Refinishing. All shop training is performed using state-of-the-art tools and equipment within one of the most modern facilities in the nation. Emphasis is placed on safety and professionalism. In order to earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students holding a recent Certificate of Completion from RTC should contact Enrollment Services for degree options. This program articulates with TechPrep programs through the South King County TechPrep Consortium.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ABDY 100

Introduction to Collision Repair

CREDITS 2

ABDY 101

Estimating I

ABDY 102

Surface Preparation and Masking

ABDY 105

Paint Application I

ABDY 111

HAZMAT, Personal Safety, and Refinish Safety

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR and AED

QUARTER 2

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ABDY 112

Welding for Autobody Repair

ABDY 113

Autobody Repair Industry Careers

ABDY 114

Autobody Construction I

ABDY 116

Autobody Plastics Repair and Refinishing

ABDY 171

Communications for Autobody Repair

AMATH 160J

Math for Autobody Repair

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ABDY 123

Straightening Metal

ABDY 128

Autobody Structure and Mechanics

ABDY 129

Shop Management/Communication

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ABDY 159

Live Autobody Repair and Refinishing

CREDITS 9

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ABDY 231

Estimating II

CREDITS

ABDY 232

Impact Analysis and Repair

ABDY 234

Autobody Construction II

ABDY 235

Door and Quarter Panel Replacement

ABDY 280

Shop Safety and Human Relations

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ABDY 106

Color Theory, Application, Tinting and Blending

CREDITS

ABDY 240

Advanced Autobody Repair

ABDY 241

Advanced Surface Preparation and Masking

ABDY 242

Paint Application II

ABDY 243

Auto Detail

ABDY 295

Co-op I* (optional)

QUARTER 7 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ABDY 250

Collision Related Mechanical Repair

CREDITS 11

ABDY 259

Live Autobody Repair and Refinishing

ABDY 291

Job Search Skills

ABDY 296

Co-op II*(optional)

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QUARTER 6

(13)

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175

Applied Math for Business & Industry

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

This program is comprised of 29 courses of instruction. A Certificate of Completion is issued to students who have an average of a 2.0 grade or better in all courses.

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AUTOMOTIVE MAINTENANCE AND LIGHT REPAIR Automotive Certificate of Completion: 66 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter or Spring Quarter

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The Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technician program is the entry point for both the Automotive Technology and ITEC Automotive Repair Technician programs. Students receive three quarters of ASE/NATEF training in a hands-on, live-work environment and a quarter of internship in an approved automotive repair facility where students can put their skills to work in a real work environment. Successful students should be able to pass ASE Certification exams in Maintenance and Light Repair, Brakes, Steering & Suspension, and Heating & Air Conditioning. Successful students may choose to advance to either the Automotive Technology or the ITEC Automotive Service Technician program for more advanced training in vehicle power trains and electronics.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR & AED

CREDITS

AUTC 101

Safety/Environmental Issues

AUTC 112

Maintenance and Light Repair

AUTC 117

Electrical Systems

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AUTC 118

Brakes

CREDITS 9

AUTC 132

Steering and Suspension

AMATH 178J

Automotive Mathematics

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AUTC 191

Internship I

CREDITS 13

QUARTER 4

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AUTC 124

Heating and Air Conditioning

AUTC 171

Written Communications

AUTC 180

Human Relations/Customer Relations

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Automotive Certificate of Completion: 116 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring Quarters

This three-quarter program is a follow-on to the Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair certificate. As an ASE/NATEF Master Certified provider of technical education training, this program prepares students for the challenges of working on todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sophisticated and complex automobiles. Students learn all aspects of automotive repair and are provided with hands-on training in real-world shop environments using modern state of the art technologically advanced an ASE Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certificate. Students are provided the opportunity for ASE certification in Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Manual Drive Train, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Engine Performance, and Advanced Engine Diagnostics. By combining mechanical, electronic, math, communication and problem-solving skills with hands-on training, students develop a solid foundation to ensure their success in the automotive field. This program articulates with TechPrep programs through the South King County TechPrep Consortium.

QUARTERS 1-4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Certificate

CREDITS

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equipment and facilities. Students graduate with a Washington State Emission Certification and

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AUTC 228

Engine Repair

AUTC 233

Manual Drive Train and Axles

AUTC 204

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

QUARTER 6 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AUTC 216

Engine Performance

CREDITS 8

AUTC 226

Advanced Electronics

AUTC 281

Emission Certification

QUARTER 7 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AUTC 293

Internship II

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Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 143 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring Quarters

Automotive Technology/ITEC is a four-quarter Associate of Applied Science (AAS) program option that is a follow-on to the Light Maintenance & Repair certificate.

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Students receive training in all eight NATEF/ASE automotive repair areas (Engine Repair, Manual Drive Train, Automatic Transmission, Brakes, Steering and Suspension, Heating and Air Conditioning, Electrical/Electronic Systems, and Engine Performance). Students gain real work experience in the automotive shop environment and develop the competencies of a professional automotive technician. Students are provided the opportunity for ASE certification in all eight automotive categories and Washington State Authorized Emission Specialist certification. In addition to the technical courses, four General Education courses are required to obtain an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.

QUARTER 1-4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Certificate

CREDITS 66

QUARTER 6 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AUTC 228

Engine Repair

CREDITS 6

AUTC 233

Manual Drive Train and Axles

AUTC 204

Automatic Transmission/Transaxle

QUARTER 7 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AUTC 216

Engine Performance

CREDITS 8

AUCT 226

Advanced Electronics

AUTC 281

Emission Certification

QUARTER 8

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AUTC 294

Summer Internship

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COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 175

Applied Math for Business & Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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AUTOMOTIVE, FORD ASSET Automotive Certificate of Completion: n/a

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 142 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter “bi-yearly”

Ford ASSET is a joint effort of Ford Motor Company, Renton Technical College, and a sponsoring Ford or Lincoln dealership. The ASSET program utilizes specific periods (approximately nine weeks) of classroom/lab instruction alternating with specific periods of full-time work

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experience at a Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealership. Technical training on Ford automotive products is provided in all Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) repair areas plus specific Ford Motor Company Service Technician Specialty Training certification courses and covers the latest development of Ford technology including: engines, fuel management, electronics, transmission/transaxles, brake systems, and air conditioning. The program applies, in a real work setting, what a student learns during the previous instructional session. The student becomes familiar with the dealership environment and the organizational structure while developing competencies that are expected of a professional automotive technician.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

FAS 101

Safety and Environmental Issues

CREDITS 2

FAS 111

Pre-Delivery Inspection

FAS 112

Basic Shop Skills

FAS 115

Electrical/Electronic Systems

FAS 191

Cooperative Training I Part A

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR and AED

QUARTER 2

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

FAS 118

Brake Systems

FAS 119

Steering and Suspension Systems

FAS 192

Cooperative Training I Part B

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

FAS 120

Engine Repair

FAS 193

Cooperative Training II

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 177J

Automotive Mathematics

FAS 123

Diesel Fundamentals

FAS 124

Climate Control Systems

FAS 171

Written Communications

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

FAS 216

Manual Transmissions and Drivetrains

CREDITS 6

FAS 294

Cooperative Training III

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

FAS 217

Automatic Transmissions

CREDITS 6

FAS 295

Cooperative Training IV

QUARTER 7 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

FAS 223

Engine Performance

CREDITS 14

FAS 227

Emissions Certificate

FAS 282

Human Relations/Workplace Skills

FAS 296

Cooperative Training V Part A

QUARTER 8 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

FAS 297

Cooperative Training V Part B

CREDITS

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QUARTER 6

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175

Applied Math for Business & Industry

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcripts and evaluation of course work.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE Applications Development Certificate of Completion: n/a

Hybrid, Online | 5:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. once a week

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 90 credits

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Bachelor of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Winter quarter, 2015; subsequent cohorts start in Fall, Spring

BAS in Application Development degree will prepare graduates for employment in the field of information technology. Application Development is a high demand occupation that encompasses various aspects of data analysis, application and software development, programming, and project management. Students with associate technical degrees in information technology, database management, programming, and related areas will be good candidates for our BAS in Application Development program. Graduates of this program can expect to find work as software developers (applications and systems software), computer systems analysts, web developers and programmers, and database administrators to name a few. In some instances, students may work as IT project managers. In addition to a strong technical foundation, graduates will have received instruction in general education topics in science, communications, and quantitative reasoning; and have gained extensive experience working in teams, creating and conducting presentations, and authoring documentation for software development. The skills obtained by graduates of this degree program are transferrable to numerous information technology and computer systems positions across multiple industries, including corporations, nonprofit organizations, IT companies, and medical and research institutions. Admission Requirements •

An earned associate degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology or related area from a regionally accredited institution

•

Minimum cumulative GPA across all college coursework of 2.5 and a 2.5 or higher GPA in all IT coursework that includes the following:

•

Programming courses in Object Oriented Programming – 5 credits

Introductory coursework on relational databases – 5 credits

Introductory coursework on Structured Query Language – 5 credits

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Completion of at least 30 credits of college-level General Education coursework with a minimum of a 2.5 GPA in each class as follows:

•

College Algebra or higher – 5 credits

English Composition (ENGL&101 or equivalent) - 5 credits

Social Sciences - 10 credits

Humanities – 10 credits

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Statement of purpose – one page in length

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Personal statement – one page in length

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$30 non-refundable admissions fee

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CSI 351

Systems Analysis and Design

CREDITS 5

CSI 381

Principles of Human-Computer Interaction/GUI Design

ENGL& 235

Technical Writing

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CSI 352

Software Application Development

CREDITS 5

CSI 341

Web Development

ECON& 201

Microeconomics

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CSI 342

Mobile Application Development

CSI 332

Data Mining & Business Analytics

MATH& 146

Statistics

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CSI 453

Software Application Testing and Deployment

CSI 483

IT Project Management

PHYS& 121

Physics I

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE | APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT

QUARTER 1

CREDITS

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CSI 443

Web Programming for Mobile Devices

CSI 434 POLS& 202

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COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CSI 331

Securing and Managing Data

CSI 493

Senior Capstone Project

PHIL 481

Legal and Ethical Aspects of IT

CSI 494

Cooperative Education/Internship (optional)

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BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE | APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT

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Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 92 credits

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Mid-August or with Instructor Permission.

BAND INSTRUMENT REPAIR TECHNOLOGY | PRODUCT SERVICE

This program prepares graduates for entry-level employment in the band instrument repair and service trade. Students receive instruction in repair, maintenance, and adjustment of instruments belonging to the woodwind, brass, and percussion families. Special emphasis is placed on those skills, which make students employable in repair of these instruments. Related instruction is provided in safety, employment skills, and environmental concerns. To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

BIR 101

Introduction to Band Instrument Repair

BIR 102

Shop Practices and Safety for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 103

Band Instrument Cleaning and Sanitation

BIR 104

Soldering and Brazing Techniques

BIR 123

Woodwind Padding Techniques

BIR 185

Human Relations for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 191

String Instrument Repair for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 192

Machining Topics for Band Instrument Repair

AMATH 161V

Mathematics for Band Instrument Repair

QUARTER 2

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

BIR 115

Dent Removal Techniques

BIR 122

The Percussion Instruments

BIR 124

Clarinet Family Repair Techniques

BIR 126

lute Family Repair Techniques

BIR 134

Woodwind Performance and Testing Techniques

BIR 135

Piston Valve Instrument Repair Techniques

BIR 137

Rotary Valve Instrument Repair Techniques

BIR 144

Brasswind Performance and Testing Techniques

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

BIR 125

Saxophone Family Repair Techniques

BIR 130

Advanced Woodwind Repair Techniques

BIR 130

Advanced Woodwind Repair Techniques

BIR 136

Advanced Brass Repair Techniques

BIR 138

Trombone Repair Techniques

BIR 150

Capstone Project in Band Instrument Repair

BIR 173

Written and Oral Communications for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 188

Employment Skills for Band Instrument Repair

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business and Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

*All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course.

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COURSE #

BAND INSTRUMENT REPAIR WITH/GUITAR TECHNOLOGY Manufacturing & Product Service Technology Certificate of Completion: 91 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 111 credits

BAND INSTRUMENT REPAIR W/GUITAR TECHNOLOGY | PRODUCT SERVICE

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Students may enter June or Fall Quarter

This four quarter program prepares graduates for entry-level employment into the band instrument and fretted string instrument repair and service trade. Students receive instruction in repair, maintenance, and adjustment of instruments belonging to the woodwind, brass, fretted string and percussion families. Special emphasis is placed on those skills, which make students employable in repair of these instruments. Related instruction is provided in safety, employment skills, and environmental concerns. To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

BIR 101

Introduction to Band Instrument Repair

BIR 102

Shop Practices and Safety for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 103

Band Instrument Cleaning and Sanitization

BIR 104

Soldering and Brazing Techniques

BIR 123

Woodwind Padding Techniques

BIR 185

Human Relations for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 191

String Instrument Repair for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 192

Machining Topics for Band Instrument Repair

AMATH 161V

Mathematics for Band Instrument Repair

QUARTER 2

100

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

BIR 115

Dent Removal Techniques

BIR 122

The Percussion Instruments

BIR 124

Clarinet Family Repair Techniques

BIR 126

Flute Family Repair Techniques

BIR 134

Woodwind Performances and Testing Techniques

BIR 135

Piston Valve Instrument Repair Techniques

BIR 137

Rotary Valve Instrument Repair Techniques

BIR 144

Brasswind Performance and Testing Techniques

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

BIR 125

Saxophone Family Repair Techniques

BIR 130

Advanced Woodwind Repair Techniques

BIR 136

Advanced Brass Repair Techniques

BIR 138

Trombone Repair Techniques

BIR 150

Capstone Project in Band Instrument Repair

BIR 173

Written and Oral Communications for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 188

Employment Skills for Band Instrument Repair

QUARTER 4 COURSE TITLE

STRN 100

Introduction to String Repair

CREDITS 1

STRN 110

Guitar Set-up

STRN 120

Electric Guitar

STRN 130

Basic Guitar Structural Repair

STRN 140

Fret Services

STRN 190

Capstone Project

STRN 210

Advanced Structural Repair

STRN 220

Finishing Techniques

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business and Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

*All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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COURSE #

CONNECT WITH AN ENTRY ADVISOR

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BASIC COMPUTER APPLICATION Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 13 credits

Monday - Friday | Varies

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Open entry

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

APP 101

Introduction to Windows I

APP 102

Introduction to Windows II

APP 105

Introduction to Keyboarding

APP 106

Keyboarding Skillbuilding I

APP 110

Outlook I

APP 115

Word I

APP 116

Word II

APP 120

Excel I

APP 121

Excel II

APP 125

Access I

APP 140

Using the Internet I

APP 145

PowerPoint I

APP 150

Publisher I

BASIC COMPUTER APPLICATIONS | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

software applications found in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,

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BASIC MACHINING Manufacturing & Product Service Technology Certificate of Completion: 81 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall Winter Quarter

This program prepares students to be manual machinists. Students learn to use conventional lathes and milling machines, as well as grinders and other equipment commonly found in manufacturing facilities.Students learn manufacturing theory and practical skills, as well as BASIC MACHINING | MFG & PRODUCT SERVICE

blueprint reading, math, communications and human relations. The program lab includes many brands of machining equipment, so students will become comfortable using a variety of controls and displays. This program articulates with Tech Prep programs through the South King County Tech Prep Consortium.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MTEC 101

Machine Technology I

MTEC 111

Blueprint Reading I

MTEC 121

Machining Fundamentals - Lathe

MTEC 171

Communications I

AMATH 176S

Basic Math for Machining

QUARTER 2

104

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MTEC 103

Machine Technology II

MTEC 113

Blueprint Reading II

MTEC 123

Machining Fundamentals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mill

MTEC 172

Communications II

MTEC 185

Human Relations

AMATH 186S

Algebra for Machine Technology

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MTEC 105

Machine Technology III

MTEC 115

Blueprint Reading III

MTEC 125

Machining Fundamentals - Precision Machining

MTEC 130

Basic Metrology

MTEC 173

Communications III

AMATH 187S

AMATH 187S Geometry for Machine Technology

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MTEC 140

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

AMATH 188S

Trigonometry for Machining

This program is comprised of 19 core courses of instruction. All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course.

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COMPUTER-AIDED DRAFTING Technology Certificate of Completion: Option 1: 15 credits Option 2: 21 credits

Monday – Saturday (varies), Various part-time schedules

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Quarter

This program is intended for those individuals who wish to obtain employment in career fields where the production of technical drawings is an integral part of the organization’s day-toCOMPUTER - AIDED DRAFTING | TECHNOLOGY

day operations. Course offerings are tailored to program administration and address specific skill specialization areas within the drafting profession. The total course of instruction takes 15 credits, with a Certificate of Completion awarded. This program can be completed in as little as three quarters, but actual completion time will be a factor of individual student desires and scheduling. Four quarters is considered nominal time to finish. All courses must be completed as listed for a certificate to be awarded, unless evidence of prior learning can be provided. These also are available to industry professionals and others who have had prior computer aided drafting experience and wish to upgrade their skills and knowledge in specific areas. Students are welcome to take any course when offered which they feel may be of benefit and for which they have met any listed prerequisites. All courses emphasize hands-on training and are taught using the latest versions of AutoCAD software. Practical application is stressed wherever possible. Renton Technical College is an authorized Autodesk® Training Center.

CORE REQUIREMENTS COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

DFTS 114

AutoCAD – Level I

DFTS 116

AutoCAD– Level II

DFTS 118

AutoCAD – Level III

OPTION I

CREDITS

CAD/PROGRAMMING ADMINISTRATION

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

DFTS 140

Programming for AutoCAD®

CREDITS 6

*Course of ferings may change as new technologies develop. Substitution of prior credits earned for current certificate requirements will be approved on a case by case basis. This program is comprised of three required and up to three elective courses of instruction. A Certificate of Completion is issued to students who have an average of a 2.0 or better in all courses.

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CENTRAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 19 credits

Monday - Friday | TBA

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Summer and Winter Quarter

This program is designed to provide the training and the clinical experience required to prepare you for the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST). It can also be your first step towards a career in the healthcare field. You gain knowledge of National and International with emphasis on decontamination, disinfection and sterilization, with an over view of medical terminology, fundamentals of human anatomy, proper care and handling of surgical instrumentation, basic surgical instrument identification, inventory control, distribution, purchasing, and healthcare trends. An internship at a local hospital is included in the program.

SUMMER START - QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CST 101

Central Service Technician Fundamentals

CST 102

Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR, AED & Bloodborne Pathogens

CST 103

Central Service Technician Skills Laboratory

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CST 191

Central Service Clinical Practicum

CST 192

Central Service Clinical Practicum II

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standards for decontamination and sterilization. You study the principles of microbiology

WINTER START - QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CST 101

Central Service Technician Fundamentals

CREDITS 6

CST 102

Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR, AED & Bloodborne Pathogens

CST 103

Central Service Technician Skills Laboratory

CST 191

Central Service Clinical Practicum I

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CST 192

Central Service Clinical Practicum II

CREDITS 6

* This program is comprised of 5 courses of instruction. All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses and require achieving a C (2.0) or better (with the exception of any clinical/externship/internship courses, which require a Satisfactory (S) grade), in order to continue.

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CERTIFIED MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN Allied Health Certificate of Completion: n/a

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 158 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter

CERTIFIED MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN | ALLIED HEALTH

This program prepares students as a Certified Medical Laboratory Technician. Graduates provide clinical information for disease prevention, medical diagnosis, and treatment of patients by processing specimens and performing laboratory tests by manual and automated systems. Graduates may work in hospital labs, private clinical labs, industrial labs, research facilities, environmental labs, veterinary laboratories, or public health. Clinical rotations and specialty areas are subject to change.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

BIOL& 105

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

BIOL& 160

General Biology

CHEM& 121

General Chemistry

ENGL& 101

English Composition

HLTH 105

Medical Terminology

MATH 085

Beginning Algebra

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 170

Math for Health Sciences

BIOL& 260

Microbiology

MATH 095

Intermediate Algebra

MLT 101

Clinical Laboratory Procedures I

MLT 102

Fundamentals of MLT

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

QUARTER 3

110

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MATH 146

Statistics

MLT 103

Laboratory Safety, CPR, HIV

MLT 104

Coagulation

MLT 105

Coagulation Lab

MLT 109

Multicultural Applications

MLT 115

Hematology

MLT 116

Hematology Lab

MLT 180

Human Relations I

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COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MLT 120

Immunhemotology

MLT 121

Immunhemotology Lab

MLT 183

Human Relations II

QUARTER 5 COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MLT 106

Law and Ethics

MLT 107

Blood Bank Foundations

MLT 108

Blood Bank Lab

MLT 110

Clinical Fundamental Chemistry

MLT 118

Microbiology for MLT

MLT 119

Microbiology Lab

MLT 170

Communications

QUARTER 6 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MLT 111

Urinalysis

CREDITS

MLT 112

Urinalysis Lab

MLT 113

Parasitology

MLT 114

Parasitology Lab

MLT 117

Advanced Chemistry for MLT

MLT 181

Professional Development

QUARTER 7 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MLT 190

Clinical I

CREDITS 5

MLT 191

Clinical II

MLT 192

Clinical III

MLT 194

Preceptorship Clinical

This program is comprised of 40 courses of instruction. All courses required for the Associate of Applied Science - Transfer degree are designated as core courses and require achieving a 2.0 or better (with the exception of any clinical/externship/internship courses, which require a Satisfactory (S) grade), in order to continue.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g.

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COURSE #

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CERTIFIED OFFICE PROFESSIONAL–EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Business Technology Certificate of Completion: n/a

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 104 credits

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Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

112

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter Quarter or with Instructor Permission.

Students receive extensive hands-on experience using the Windows operating system and business software such as Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Emphasis is placed on developing oral and written communication skills, understanding current office procedures, working in teams, and developing critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. This program provides a foundation for students in preparing for industry certifications such as MOS®, IC3, OPAC and CPS/CAP®. Our graduates are gaining employment fully confident in their abilities to meet the needs of today’s office in fields such as banking, hi-tech, service, manufacturing, educational, and government agencies. A cooperative education option or internship is required. Transfer credit from other institutions is considered upon validation of transcript and course work.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SECY 100

Operating System and Internet

SECY 152

Integrated Business Procedures I

SECY 170

Communication with Technology I

APP 115

Word I

ENGL 075

Business English

APP 101

Introduction to Windows

APP 102

Introduction to Windows II

APP 105

Introduction to Keyboarding

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

SECY 150

Office Suite I

SECY 171

Communication with Technology II

APP 106

Keyboarding Skillbuilding I

AMATH 166

Integrated Financial Applications

ENGL 085

Business Communication

APP 110

Outlook I

APP 111

Outlook II

APP 145

Word I

APP 146

Word II

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SECY 151

Office Suite II

CREDITS 3

SECY 153

Integrated Business Procedures II

SECY 172

Communication with Technology III

HUM 101

Human Relations

APP 120

Excel I

APP 121

Excel II

APP 125

Access I

APP 126

Access II

APP 116

Word II

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

SECY 190

Applied Professional Training I

SECY 191

Applied Professional Training II

APP 107

Keyboarding Skillbuilding II

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

SECY 290

Certification Preparation I

SECY 294

Cooperative Work Experience

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

ENGL& 101

English Composition

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QUARTER 3

QUARTER 6 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SECY 291

Certification Preparation II

CREDITS 3

AMATH 175

Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

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CERTIFIED OFFICE PROFESSIONAL–OFFICE SUPPORT SPECIALIST Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 73 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

CERTIFIED OFFICE PROFESSIONAL - OFFICE SUPPORT | BUSINESS TECH

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Instructor Permission.

Experience hands-on computer training for the foundation necessary for an entry-level career position in today’s office as a receptionist or office support specialist. In addition to keyboarding and hands-on training on computers using the Windows operating system and Microsoft Office applications, students study business math, business English, human relations and customer service, and develop general clerical skills. This program provides a foundation for students in preparing for industry certifications such as MOS®, IC® and OPAC. A cooperative education option or internship may be available.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

SECY 100

Operating System and Internet

SECY 152

Integrated Business Procedures I

SECY 170

Communication with Technology I

ENGL 075

Business English

APP 101

Introduction to Windows I

APP 102

Introduction to Windows II

APP 105

Introduction to Keyboarding

APP 115

Word I

QUARTER 2 COURSE # SECY 150

114

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter Quarter or with

COURSE TITLE Office Suite I

CREDITS 3

SECY 171

Communication with Technology II

AMATH 166V

Integrated Financial Applications

ENGL 085

Business Communication

APP 106

Keyboarding Skillbuilding I

APP 110

Outlook I

APP 111

Outlook II

APP 145

PowerPoint I

APP 146

PowerPoint II

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COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

SECY 151

Office Suite II

SECY 153

Integrated Business Procedures II

SECY 172

Communication with Technology III

APP 116

Word II

APP 120

Excel I

APP 121

Excel II

APP 125

Access I

APP 126

Access II

HUM 101

Human Relations

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APP 107

Keyboarding Skillbuilding II

CREDITS 1

OPTIONAL COURSES COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SECY 190

Applied Professional Training I

SECY 191

Applied Professional Training II

SECY 294

Cooperative Work Experience (optional)

CREDITS 2 6 (5)

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CIVIL CADD Technology Certificate of Completion: 81 credits

Monday - Friday | 4:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 101 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Enrollment occurs quarterly

This program prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to develop working drawings in support of civil engineers engaged in designing and executing projects such as highways, dams, bridges, tunnels and other facilities, as well as commercial and residential development projects. The students learn to produce site/civil drawings, layouts and designs under the supervision of an engineer or senior designers. The program includes instruction in basic civil engineering principles, mapping, computer-aided drafting (CAD), pipe drafting, CIVIL CADD | TECHNOLOGY

survey interpretation and blueprint reading. To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education (see below).

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CIVS 101

Introduction to Civil Drafting

CREDITS 4

CIVS 106

Orthographic Projections and Sections

CIVS 113

Introduction to Computer Aided Design

CIVS 131

Computer Familiarization

AMATH 171J

Technical Mathematics for Civil CADD I

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CIVS 121

Introduction to Field Surveying

CIVS 125

Road Design

CIVS 248

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

AMATH 172J

Technical Mathematics for Civil CADD II

QUARTER 3

116

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CIVS 152

CAD Standards

CIVS 153

CAD Customization

CIVS 156

Subdivision Layout

CIVS 159

Scheduling and Estimating

CIVS 163

Physics for Civil CADD

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COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CIVS 173

Technical Writing for Civil CADD

CIVS 183

Human Relations and Workplace Readiness

CIVS 291

Civil CADD Practicum

CIVS 294

Cooperative Education/Internship (optional)

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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE: COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business and Industry

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

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COMMERCIAL BUILDING ENGINEER Construction & Building Technology Certificate of Completion: 129 credits

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 149 credits

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ; 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Tuesday - Thursday | 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ; 5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring Quarter

This program is designed so students can enroll for mornings, afternoons, or evenings to

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better fit their working schedule. Instruction areas include refrigeration and building systems, boiler operations, and hazardous waste management. Students learn to regulate and maintain heating, cooling, and ventilation systems for commercial buildings. An emphasis is placed on practical experience and hands-on training whenever possible. This program is a recognized “School of Technology” by the cities of Seattle and Tacoma advisory boards. This program offers a Commercial Building Engineering certificate of completion and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Commercial Building Engineering. To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. The General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CBE 104

Computer Fundamentals and Lab

CREDITS 6

CBE 107

Refrigeration and A/C Fundamentals

CBE 205

Fire and Life Safety Systems

QUARTER 2

118

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CBE 108

Refrigeration Lab

CBE 111

Control Fundamentals

CBE 116

HVAC/Plumbing Distribution

CBE 201

Direct Digital Controls and Lab

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 112

Pneumatic Controls and Lab

CBE 113

Preventive Maintenance and Lab

CBE 117

Safety and Health

CBE 202

Advanced Direct Digital Controls and Lab

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 203

Energy Conservation and Lab

CBE 118

Critical Systems

CBE 170

Communications for the Stationary Engineer

QUARTER 5 COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 150

Hazardous Waste Management

CBE 180

Human Relations and Leadership Skills

CBE 190

LEED速 Green Building

CBE 206

Air and Water Balancing and Lab

AMATH 170S

Math Refresher

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 150

Hazardous Waste Management

CBE 180

Human Relations and Leadership Skills

CBE 190

LEED速 Green Building

QUARTER 6

QUARTER 7 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 102

Advanced Electrical and Lab

CBE 106

Boiler Lab

CBE 207

Indoor Air Quality

COMMERCIAL BUILDING ENGI | CONSTRUCTION

COURSE #

QUARTER 8 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 103

National Electrical Code

CBE 115

Refrigeration and A/C Systems

CBE 208

Instrumentation for Stationary Engineers

GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business and Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

This program is comprised of 28 courses of instruction. A Certificate of Completion is issued to students who have an average of a 2.0 grade or higher in all courses.

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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 74 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 94 credits

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Students may enter at any time

applications found in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint,

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and Publisher. Keyboarding skills are recommended for entering students. (Students entering without keyboarding skills may take longer to complete.) To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APP 085

Applications Orientation

APP 105

Introduction to Keyboarding

APP 101

Introduction to Windows I

APPL 101

Introduction to Windows I Skills

APP 102

Introduction to Windows II

APPL 102

Introduction to Windows II Skills

APP 140

Using the Internet I

APPL 140

Internet I Skills

APP 141

Using the Internet II

APPL 141

Internet II Skills

APP 115

Word I

APP 116

Word II

APP 180

Beginning Skill Development

AMATH 165V

Business Math

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QUARTER 2 COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

APP 106

Keyboarding Skillbuilding I

APP 130

HTML Design I*

APP 131

HTML Design II*

APP 110

Outlook I

APPL 110

Outlook I Skills

APP 111

Outlook II

APPL 111

Outlook II Skills

APP 120

Excel I

APP 121

Excel II

APP 125

Access I

APPL 125

Access I Skills

APP 126

Access II

APPL 126

Access II Skills

HUM 101

Human Relations

APP 182

Intermediate Skills Development

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APP 107

Keyboarding Skillbuilding II

CREDITS

APP 145

PowerPoint I

APPL 145

PowerPoint I Skills

APP 146

PowerPoint II

APPL 146

PowerPoint II Skills

APP 150

Publisher I**

APPL 150

Publisher I Skills**

APP 151

Publisher II**

APPL 151

Publisher II Skills**

APP 184

Advanced Skill Development

APP 191

Job Search Skills

ENGL 075

Business English

APP 192

Cooperative Work Experience (optional)

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COURSE #

(4)

OPTIONAL COURSES COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APP 135

Data Entry I*

(1)

APP 136

Data Entry II*

(1)

APP 170

Photoshop I**

(1)

APPL 170

Photoshop I Skills**

(2)

APP 171

Photoshop II**

(1)

APPL 171

Photoshop II Skills**

(2)

APP 175

Dreamweaver I*

(1)

APP 176

Dreamweaver II*

(1)

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COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 175

Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

*Students must take either APP 130 and APP 131, APP 135 and APP 136 - OR- APP 175 and APP 176. **Students must take either APP 150, APPL 150, APP 151, and APPL 151 - OR- APP 170, APPL 170, APP 17 1, and APPL 17 1.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g.

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS-ACCELERATED Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 35 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 94 credits

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS ACCELERATED | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Students may enter at any time

This program prepares students for employment in a variety of entry-level office positions. You receive hands-on computer training in the Windows operating system and the popular software applications found in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Publisher. Keyboarding skills are recommended for entering students. (Students entering without keyboarding skills may take longer to complete.)

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APP 101

Introduction to Windows I

CREDITS 1

APP 102

Introduction to Windows II

APP 105

Introduction to Keyboarding

APP 106

Keyboarding Skillbuilding I

APP 110

Outlook I

APP 111

Outlook II

APP 115

Word I

APP 116

Word II

APP 130

HTML Design I*

APP 131

HTML Design II*

APP 140

Using the Internet I

APP 141

Using the Internet II

APP 180

Beginning Skill Development

QUARTER 2

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COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APP 107

Keyboarding Skillbuilding II

APP 120

Excel I

APP 121

Excel II

APP 125

Access I

APP 126

Access II

APP 145

PowerPoint I

APP 146

PowerPoint II

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QUARTER 2 contunied COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

APP 150

Publisher I**

APP 151

Publisher II**

APP 184

Advanced Skill Development

APP 191

Job Search Skills

OPTIONAL COURSES COURSE TITLE

APP 135

Data Entry I*

CREDITS (1)

APP 136

Data Entry II*

(1)

APP 170

Photoshop I**

(1)

APP 171

Photoshop II**

(1)

APP 175

Dreamweaver I*

(1)

APP 176

Dreamweaver II*

(1)

APP 192

Cooperative Work Experience (optional)

(4)

*Students must take either APP 130 and APP 131, APP 135 and APP 136, or APP 175 and APP 176. **Students must take either APP 150, APPL 150, APP 151, and APPL 151, or APP 170, APPL 170, APP 17 1, and APPL 17 1.

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COURSE #

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COMPUTER APPLICATIONS-ADVANCED Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 19 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Students may enter at any time

COMPUTER APPLICATIONS - ADVANCED | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

This advanced program option gives students an advantage when preparing for employment in a variety of entry-level office positions. This advanced option will also help students who plan to prepare for Microsoft’s MCAS testing. You’ll receive hands-on computer training in the more advanced features found in the Microsoft Office package including: Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Keyboarding skills are necessary for students wanting to take this Advanced option.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APP 117

Word III

CREDITS 4

APP 122

Excel III

APP 127

Access III

APP 130

HTML Design I*

(1)

APP 131

HTML Design II*

(1)

APP 135

Data Entry I*

APP 136

Data Entry II*

APP 150

Publisher I**

(1)

APP 151

Publisher II**

(1)

APP 170

Photoshop I**

APP 171

Photoshop II**

APP 175

Dreamweaver I*

APP 176

Dreamweaver II*

APP 186

Skill Development

OPTIONAL COURSE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APP 192

Cooperative Work Experience

CREDITS (4)

*Students must have completed APP 130, APP 131, APP 135, APP 136, APP 175, and APP 176 to be eligible for the Advanced program Certificate of Completion. **Student must have completed APP 150, APP 151, APP 170, and APP 17 1 to be eligible for the Advanced program Certificate of Completion.

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COMPUTER NETWORK TECHNOLOGY Technology Certificate of Completion: 75 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 95 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter or Spring Quarter

The Computer Network Technology program is designed for entry-level students to develop skills needed to gain employment as computer network installation, configuration, and support COMPUTER NETWORK TECHNOLOGY | TECHNOLOGY

technicians. Students receive training in basic electronic theory and progress through classes in maintenance and repair of Microsoft Windows and Linux Operating system environments. Students are prepared for industry certifications, including CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Linux+, and Microsoft Windows Server. Both server and workstation configurations are taught in this one-year program. Students who successfully pass all competencies are awarded a Certificate of Completion. Advanced standing is possible for Tech Prep students or for those able to present transcript evidence of prior training. To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

COL 101

College Success

AMATH 173J

Survey of Electronics with Mathematics

CNT 151

CompTIA A+ Essentials

CNT 156

CompTIA A+ IT Technician

CNT 159

CompTIA Network+

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CNT 251

Windows Server 2008 Network Administration

CNT 253

Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure

CNT 255

Cloud Computing Virtualization

QUARTER 3

128

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CNT 259

Enterprise Network Technology

CNT 263

Linux System Administration

CNT 264

Network Security

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QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CNT 257

Wireless Networking Fundamentals

CNT 271

Communications and Human Relations in the Workplace

CNT 294

Internship/Cooperative Education (optional)

(5)

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business & Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR ENGL& 101

Applied Composition OR English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

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COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL Manufacturing & Product Service Technology Certificate of Completion: 36 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall or Winter Quarter

This two-quarter program is designed for students who have experience in machine operation, feeds and speeds, and an understanding of basic shop math. Instruction is both theoretical software. This program is taught in a machine shop facility equipped with industrial size 3, 4 and 5-axis vertical and horizontal milling machines and lives tooling turning center with conversational control. In this program, students are introduced to micro-computer hardware, the Windows operating system, and the basics of computer numerical control (CNC) machines, and programming CNC machines using Mastercam software. Students also learn information literacy, hazardous material processes, and manufacturing trends

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MTEC 212

Manufacturing Resource & Research

CREDITS 6

MTEC 231

CNC I

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MTEC 220

Hazardous Materials

MTEC 232

CNC II

MTEC 240

Manufacturing Trends

COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL | MFG & PRODUCT SERVICE

and practical, and includes manual and computer programming using the latest CNC/CAM

CREDITS

A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course.

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COMPUTER SCIENCE Technology Certificate of Completion: 71 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 166 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall or Winter Quarter

This Computer Science program is a follow-on to the Applications Developer certificate. The studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education is expanded to prepare for entry in various careers in the Information Technology industry. Job titles include: Client-Server Application Developer/Programmer; Software Tester; Systems Analyst; Database Developer/Administrator; Network Administrator/

COMPUTER SCIENCE | TECHNOLOGY

Specialist; Internet Applications Developer/Webmaster, IT Project Manager. Students design, develop and test client-server applications with emphasis placed on Microsoft Visual Studio. NET., C#, Web development (ASP.NET), SQL database development (Microsoft SQL Server), graphics, XML, networking, software testing, e-commerce and Java. Reinforcement of theory is achieved through lab projects and close instructor contact. Safety is emphasized and leadership, ethics, teamwork, math and written/verbal communications are covered. Project management for Information Technology is presented with hands-on practice using curriculum modeled after the COMPTIA certification content. To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the Computer Science certificate (71 credits) program plus all requirements for the Applications Developer certificate (75 credits) and 20 credits of General Education. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students completing the AAS degree requirements may transfer to City University, DeVry University, and University of Phoenix with junior standing in a variety of business and computer related Bachelor degree programs.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CSI 256

Advanced Programming Concepts with C#

CSI 258

SQL Server Development and Administration

CSI 277

IT Industry Research and Writing

QUARTER 2

132

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CSI 245

Java for C# Programmers

CSI 253

Client Server Development with ADO.NET

CSI 291

Developing Web Applications with ASP.NET

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CSI 220

IT Project Management and Team Building

CSI 250

Rich Internet Applications

CSI 281

E-Commerce and Business Finance

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CSI 293

Capstone Design and Development Project

CSI 294

Cooperative Education/Internship (optional)

CREDITS 8 (17)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE Applications Developer

CREDITS 75

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business & Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

5 5

*All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course.

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COURSE #

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CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Construction and Building Technology Certificate of Completion: 75 credits

Monday - Friday | 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 8:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 90 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Quarterly

Prepare for careers in construction management as a project manager, superintendent,

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT | CONSTRUCTION

estimator, safety officer, and other administrators. Students learn estimating, scheduling, project management, human resources management, and other skills that are critical in the construction management field. Students can enroll on a part-time or full-time basis, and can earn a certificate of an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.

* Core Requirements - Required Construction Design Principles and Practice Courses

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CONST 101 *

Introduction to Construction and Architecture

CONST 160 *

Materials, Methods & Equipment

CONST 140 *

Construction Plan Reading

CONST 280 *

Building Codes

CONST 183 *

Mechanical and Electrical Systems

CONST 270 *

Structural Design

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CONST 260 *

Project Management

CONST 202 *

Quantity Survey and Estimating

CONST 230 *

Planning and Scheduling

QUARTER 3

134

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CONST 225 *

Contract Administration

CONST 262 *

Labor Agreements

CONST 261 *

Human Relations for the Construction Industry

CONST 250 *

Safety and Accident Prevention

CONST 251 *

Safety Planning and Administration

CONST 185 *

Civil Construction

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Required Business and Management Courses COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CONST 115

Accounting for Construction Management

CREDITS 5

or ACCT& 201

Principles of Accounting I

Required Math, Computers, and Communications Courses COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

APPS 115

Word I

CREDITS 1

APPS 120

Excel I

CONST 266

Advanced Computers for Construction I

CONST 267

Advanced Computers for Construction II

COMP 100

Applied Composition

OR English Composition

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business and Industry

OR MATH& 141

Precalculus I

*Core Courses (Construction)

Elective Courses (9 credits required) COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ACCT& 202

Principles of Accounting II

APPS 110

Outlook I

APPS 111

Outlook II

APPS 116

Word II

APPS 121

Excel II

APPS 125

Access I

APPS 140

Using the Internet I

APPS 141

Using the Internet II

APPS 145

PowerPoint I

APPS 146

PowerPoint II

CONST 105

Spanish for Construction Supervisors

CONST 171

American Architecture History and Design

CONST 190

Cooperative Work Experience, Trades

CONST 265

Marketing for Construction Proposals

CONST 268

Introduction to Sustainability

CONST 269

LEED速 Green Associate Preparation

CONST 290

Cooperative Work Experience, Construction Management

DFTS 114

AutoCAD速 - Level I

DFTS 116

AutoCAD速 - Level II

DFTS 133

AutoCAD Architecture Essentials

DFTS 135

Sketch-Up Basics

DFTS 136

Revit Architecture Essentials

DFTS 137

Revit Architecture Advanced

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ENGL& 101

135

Elective Courses (9 credits required) COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MATH& 142

Precalculus II

SURS 110

Basic Surveying

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

GEOL& 101

Introduction to Physical Geology

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

SOC& 101

Survey of Sociology

A Certificate of Completion is issued to students who have a minimum of 2.0 in each core course* and an average of 2.0 in all other courses.

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CULINARY ARTS Culinary Arts Certificate of Completion: 111 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 131 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 131 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter or Spring Quarter

The Culinary Arts certificate program is accredited with the American Culinary Federation Education Foundation Accrediting Commission (ACFEFAC). It is designed to train students for work in the hospitality industry. All phases of basic fundamental cookery are addressed in a concise curriculum within a well-equipped industry kitchen and professional classroom. Emphasis is on the development of skills and techniques necessary for advancement within the CULINARY ARTS | CULINARY ARTS

industry. This program offers both lecture-based and lab-based courses. Beginning courses include fundamentals of knife skills, culinary safety/sanitation and introduction to the industry. In addition, the advanced lab-based courses include various cooking methodologies, garde manger techniques, advanced techniques, internship and more. Upon completion of Renton Technical College’s Culinary Arts program graduates who have received an AAS or AAS-T degree and are current American Culinary Federation members have the opportunity to be certified as a “Certified Culinarian” by the ACFEF. To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students holding a recent Certification of Completion from RTC should contact the Registrar for degree options.

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COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

COL 101

College Success

CUL 101

Culinary Safety–Sanitation

CUL 102

Introduction to Food Industry

CUL 103

Knife Skills I

CUL 104

Boucher

CUL 106

Nutrition

CUL 107

Saucier I

CUL 108

Saucier II

CUL 109

Entremetier I

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QUARTER 1 - 6 (Continued) COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CUL 110

Moist Heat Cooking Methods

CUL 111

Dry Heat Cooking Methods

CUL 112

American Regional Cooking

CUL 113

International Cooking

CUL 114

Delicatessen I

CUL 115

Delicatessen II

CUL 116

Garde Manger I

CUL 117

Garde Manger II

CUL 118

Breakfast Cookery

CUL 119

Bakery Basics

CUL 120

Purchasing and Receiving

CUL 121

Dining Room Service

CUL 122

Wine Appreciation

CUL 123

Entremetier II

CUL 124

Fry Station

CUL 125

Saute Station

CUL 126

Broiler Station

CUL 127

Lead Line

CUL 128

Pantry

CUL 129

Advanced Techniques – Practical

CUL 130

Sous Chef

CUL 131

Capstone

CUL 180

Industry Communications – Human Relations

CUL 190

Cooperative/Internship/Work Experience

AMATH 160R

Culinary Mathematics – Cost Control

CULINARY | CULINARY ARTS

COURSE #

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 175

Applied Math, for Business & Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS-T DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

CREDITS 5

ENGL& 101

English Composition

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

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DENTAL ASSISTANT Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 71 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 91 credits

(Hours vary during clinical and internship exp)

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 91 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall or Winter Quarter

This program has been granted accreditation approval by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, a division of the American Dental Association. Students are prepared for employment as Certified Dental Assistants (CDA). CDA’s work in dental offices performing such tasks as four-handed dentistry, bookkeeping, x-rays, and expanded functions. The program

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includes lectures, demonstrations, small and large group discussions, and practicum

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Class meets Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. On clinic days, class meets from 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. The last six weeks of the program is full-time internship at dental offices and/or clinics. The hours during internship vary depending on the intern site. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements (two [2] attempts per course only). To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Applied Science–Transfer (AAS-T) degree, students must complete the certificate program and meet the general education course requirements.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

DENT 100

First Aid, CPR and Vital Signs

DENT 101

Dental Profession

DENT 102

Pre-Clinical Assisting I

DENT 104

Dental Materials I

DENT 133

Infection Control

DENT 141

Head and Neck Anatomy

DENT 142

Oral Anatomy

DENT 143

Tooth Morphology

DENT 144

Microbiology

DENT 153

Radiology I

DENT 171

Communications

AMATH 161G

Mathematics

DENT 181

Human Relations

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

DENT 103

Clinical Assisting I

DENT 112

Pre-Clinical Assisting II

DENT 114

Dental Materials II

DENT 134

Specialties

DENT 145

Anatomy and Physiology

DENT 146

Oral Pathology

DENT 147

Embryology and Histology

DENT 148

Psychology

DENT 154

Radiology II

QUARTER 3 COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

DENT 105

Expanded Functions I

DENT 106

Expanded Functions II

DENT 113

Clinical Assisting II

DENT 115

Clinical Assisting III

DENT 138

Business Administration

DENT 149

Pharmacology and Therapeutics

DENT 151

Preventive Dentistry

DENT 152

Nutrition

DENT 155

Radiology III

DENT 156

Radiology IV

DENT 191

Job Seeking Skills

DENT 192

Internship I

DENT 193

Internship II

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

DENT 137

Laboratory Procedures I

CREDITS 1

DENT 139

Laboratory Procedures II

DENT 194

Internship III

DENTAL ASSISTANT | ALLIED HEALTH

COURSE #

PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL PROGRAMS OFFERED

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COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175

Applied Math for Business & Industry

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS-T DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

BIOL& 260

Microbiology

ENGL& 101

English Composition

MATH 110

College Algebra

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

* This program is comprised of 38 courses of instruction. All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses and require achieving a 2.0 or better (with the exception of any clinical/externship/internship courses. Which require a Satisfactory (S) grade). In order to continue.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION INITIAL CERTIFICATE Education & Human Services Certificate of Completion: 12 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

young children. Through classroom instruction and practical experience, this program builds the foundation for teaching and working effectively with children birth to age eight. Students gain skills necessary for designing curriculum, creating positive learning environments, and providing developmentally appropriate activities while taking into consideration culturally relevant and anti-bias practices. Students are required to complete an internship at a childcare center or in early childhood facilities where students may be currently employed. This program meets the Washington State Licensing Requirements for program supervisor and/or director.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ECED& 105

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

CREDITS 5

ECED& 107

Health, Safety, Nutrition

ECED& 120

Practicum-Nurturing Relationships

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The Early Childhood Careers program prepares students for the care and early education of

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EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS SHORT TERM CERTIFICATE Education & Human Services Certificate of Completion: 20 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS SHORT TERM CERTIFICATE | EDUCATION

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

The Early Childhood Careers program prepares students for the care and early education of young children. Through classroom instruction and practical experience, this program builds the foundation for teaching and working effectively with children birth to age eight. Students gain skills necessary for designing curriculum, creating positive learning environments, and providing developmentally appropriate activities while taking into consideration culturally relevant and anti-bias practices. Students are required to complete an internship at a childcare center or in early childhood facilities where students may be currently employed. This program meets the Washington State Licensing Requirements for program supervisor and/or director.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ECED& 105

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

ECED& 107

Health, Safety, Nutrition

ECED& 120

Practicum-Nurturing Relationships

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

EDUC& 130

Guiding Behavior

EDUC& 115

Child Development

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EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS STATE ECE CERTIFICATE Education & Human Services Certificate of Completion: 47 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ECED& 105

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

CREDITS 5

ECED& 107

Health, Safety, Nutrition

ECED& 120

Practicum-Nurturing Relationships

EDUC& 130

Guiding Behavior

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

EDUC& 115

Child Development

EDUC& 150

Child, Family and Community

ECED& 190

Observation and Assessment

ECED& 180

Language and Literacy Development

EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS STATE CERTIFICATE | EDUCATION

The Early Childhood Careers program prepares students for the care and early education of

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ECED& 160

Curriculum Development I

ECED& 170

Environments for Young Children

English Composition

Applied Math

ENGL& 101 AMATH 175

CREDITS

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EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS RTC CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION Education & Human Services Certificate of Completion: 65 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION RTC CERTIFICATE | EDUCATION

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

148

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ECED& 105

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

CREDITS 5

ECED& 107

Health, Safety, Nutrition

ECED& 120

Practicum-Nurturing Relationships

EDUC& 130

Guiding Behavior

ECC 202

Technology for Teachers

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

EDUC& 115

Child Development

EDUC& 150

Child, Family and Community

ECED& 180

Language and Literacy Development

ECED& 190

Observation and Assessment

ECC 192

Practicum 2

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ECED& 160

Curriculum Development I

ECED& 170

Environments for Young Children

EDUC& 203

Exceptional Child

ECC 120

Culture and Diversity

ECC 193

Practicum 3

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ENGL& 101

English Composition

CREDITS 5

AMATH 175

Applied Math

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EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS-AAS DEGREE Education & Human Services Certificate of Completion: n/a

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 90 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

The Early Childhood Careers program prepares students for the care and early education of young children. Through classroom instruction and practical experience, this program builds

EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS - AAS | EDUCATION

the foundation for teaching and working effectively with children birth to age eight. Students gain skills necessary for designing curriculum, creating positive learning environments, and providing developmentally appropriate activities while taking into consideration culturally relevant and anti-bias practices. Students are required to complete an internship at a childcare center or in early childhood facilities where students may be currently employed. This program meets the Washington State Licensing Requirements for program supervisor and/or director.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ECED& 105

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

CREDITS 5

ECED& 107

Health, Safety, Nutrition

ECED& 120

Practicum-Nurturing Relationships

EDUC& 130

Guiding Behavior

ECC 202

Technology for Teachers

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

EDUC& 115

Child Development

CREDITS 5

EDUC& 150

Child, Family and Community

ECED& 180

Language and Literacy Development

ECED& 190

Observation and Assessment

ECC 192

Practicum 2

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ECED& 160

Curriculum Development I

CREDITS 5

ECED& 170

Environments for Young Children

EDUC& 203

Exceptional Child

ECC 120

Culture and Diversity

ECC 193

Practicum 3

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QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ENGL& 101

English Composition

AMATH 175

Applied Math

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CHCAS 125

Child Development Associate I

CREDITS 5

CHCAS 126

Child Development Associate II

CHCAS 127

Child Development Associate III

OR ECCS 201

Management of Child Care Programs – Working with Adults

ECCS 203

Management of Child Care Programs – Managing Quality Programs

ECCS 204

Management of Child Care Programs – Financial Management

OR Implementing DAP, Anti-Bias and Effective Communication

ECC 185

Curriculum 2

ECC 250

Early Childhood Capstone

QUARTER 6 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

STUDENTS WISHING TO PURSUE THEIR AAS-T DEGREE MUST TAKE THE CORE COURSES FOR THE CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION PROGRAM AS WELL AS THOSE LISTED BELOW. ADDITIONAL COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS-T DEGREE: COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

ENGL& 102

Writing from Research

SOC& 101

Survey of Sociology

EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS - AAS | EDUCATION

ECC 290

PLUS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: BIOL& 160

General Biology

GEOL& 101

Introduction to Physical Geology

PLUS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: PSYC& 100

General Psychology

PSYC& 200

Developmental Psychology

PLUS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: HIST 110

Survey of American History

HIST& 136

U.S. History I

PLUS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: ENGL& 111

Introduction to Literature

MUSC& 105

Music Appreciation

PLUS ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: MATH& 107

Contemporary Mathematics

MATH 110

College Algebra

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

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EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS-AAST Education & Human Services Certificate of Completion: n/a

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 105 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

The Early Childhood Careers program prepares students for the care and early education of young children. Through classroom instruction and practical experience, this program builds

EARLY CHILDHOOD CAREERS - AAST | EDUCATION

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ECED& 105

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

CREDITS 5

ECED& 107

Health, Safety, Nutrition

ECED& 120

Practicum-Nurturing Relationships

EDUC& 130

Guiding Behavior

ECC 201

Technology for Teachers

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

EDUC& 115

Child Development

CREDITS 5

EDUC& 150

Child, Family and Community

ECED& 180

Language and Literacy Development

ECED& 190

Observation and Assessment

ECC 192

Practicum II

QUARTER 3

152

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ECED& 160

Curriculum Development

ECED& 170

Environments for Young Children

EDUC& 203

Exceptional Child

ECC 120

Culture and Diversity

ECC 193

Practicum III

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QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ENGL& 101

English Composition

MATH& 107

Math in Society

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

ENGL& 102

Writing from Research

CREDITS 5 OR 5

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

HIST& 136

US History I OR

CREDITS

HIST 110

Survey of American History

MUSC& 105

Music Appreciation OR

ENGL& 254

World Literature OR

PHIL& 101

Introduction to Philosophy

SOC& 101

Survey of Sociology

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communications

CREDITS 5

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

BIOL& 160

General Biology OR

GEOL& 101

Introduction to Physical Geology

*AMATH 175, AMATH 185, and AMATH 195 may be needed to prior to enrolling in MATH& 107 based on COMPASS score.

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QUARTER 6

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREES AVAILABLE

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ENGINEERING DESIGN TECHNOLOGY Technology Certificate of Completion: 73 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 93 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall or Spring Quarters

This program is designed to provide entry-level skills for students seeking employment in the ENGINEERING DESIGN TECHNOLOGY | TECHNOLOGY

drafting profession as a mechanical or architectural drafter. Students receive substantial training in mechanical drafting and industrial practices using both manual (board) and CAD (Computer Aided Drafting) techniques. Application of ANSI, ISO, and AIA standards is presented, with emphasis on standards used in the aircraft and aerospace industries. Advanced instruction in mechanical drafting, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and flat pattern development is provided in the latter part of the program. Students become familiar with document control procedures, and pictorial drawing. Related instruction in mathematics, oral and written communications, human relations/business leadership and employment skills, and basic computer and word processing applications are also provided. Ample time is devoted to hands-on instruction throughout the program. To earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education (see below).

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 161J

Technical Mathematics for Drafting I

DFT 101

Introduction to Drafting

DFT 106

Mechanical Drafting

DFT 113

Introduction to Computer Aided Design

DFT 132

Document Control

QUARTER 2

154

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175J

Technical Mathematics for Drafting II

DFT 117

Architectural Computer Aided Drafting

DFT 121

Introduction to Architectural Drafting

DFT 124

Pictorial Drawing

DFT 128

Civil Design

DFT 154

Software Applications for Drafting

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 176J

Technical Mathematics for Drafting III

DFT 115

Structural Detailing

DFT 175

Technical Communications

DFT 201

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

DFT 206

Advanced Mechanical Drafting

DFT 213

Advanced CAD

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

DFT 111

Introduction to Parametric Design

DFT 183

Business Leadership for Drafting

DFT 185

Job Readiness

DFT 295

Engineering Design Technical Summer Practicum

DFT 294

Cooperative Education/Internship (optional)

QUARTER 4 2

*All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designed as a core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each course. **Students may take DFT 294 in place of DFT 111, DFT 183, DFT 185, and DFT 295. Instructor permission is required.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business and Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition or

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

Total

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FIELD SURVEY TECHNICIAN Construction & Building Technology Certificate of Completion: 71 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter bi-yearly, or with Instructor Permission.

This program prepares students for work as a field survey technician, starting with “chain person” and advancing to “instrument person” or “party chief.” Students learn field survey techniques, calculation, and office skills through extensive hands-on training using a variety FIELD SURVEY TECHNICIAN | CONSTRUCTION

of up-to-date instruments, including total stations with data collectors, hand-held calculators, and computers. Group projects in the classroom and in the field develop both experience and leadership skills. Projects involve all aspects of work, from planning, measuring, and taking field notes. Transfer credit from other institutions is considered upon validation of transcript and course work.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SUR 101

Introduction to Field Surveying

CREDITS 6

SUR 111

Field Surveying Lab I

SUR 174

Computer Applications

SUR 181

Human Relations

AMATH 179J

Basic Math for Field Surveying

QUARTER 2

156

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SUR 102

Intermediate Field Surveying

SUR 112

Field Surveying Lab II

SUR 145

Public Land System I

SUR 150

CAD for Surveying I

SUR 175

Communications

AMATH 189J

Intermediate Math for Field Surveying

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SUR 103

Construction Surveying

CREDITS

SUR 114

Field Survey Spring Practicum*

SUR 164

Survey Calculations

SUR 190

Field Survey Spring Cooperative Education

AMATH 199J

Advanced Math for Field Surveying

(5) 4

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SUR 113

Field Survey Summer Practicum or

SUR 191

Field Survey Summer Cooperative Education (Optional)

CREDITS (8) 8

*For both spring and summer quarters, students must take either a practicum or a co-op. *All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course.

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GUITAR REPAIR TECHNOLOGY Manufacturing and Product Service Technology Certificate of Completion: 19 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Summer Quarter

repair and service trade. Students receive instruction in repair, maintenance, and adjustment of, but not limited to, guitars, mandolins and banjos. Special emphasis is placed on those skills which make students employable in repair of these instruments. Related instruction is provided in safety, employment skills, and environmental concerns.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

STRN 100

Introduction to String Repair

STRN 110

Guitar Set-up

STRN 120

Electric Guitar

STRN 130

Basic Guitar Structural Repair

STRN 140

Fret Services

STRN 190

Capstone Project

STRN 210

Advanced Structural Repair

STRN 220

Finishing Techniques

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This program prepares graduates for entry-level employment in the fretted string instrument

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HOMELAND SECURITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT In Collaboration with Pierce College Certificate of Completion: 26 credits (ONLINE)

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 98 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Quarterly

The Homeland Security Emergency Management (HSEM) Associate degree and certificate HOMELAND SECURITY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

program are designed to prepare the next generation of emergency management and policy leaders with the knowledge and skills they need to improve outcomes in disasters of all types. The Homeland Security Emergency Management online degree program at Pierce College trains adults to oversee emergency planning and training programs, coordinate disaster response and recovery efforts, and navigate the administrative and technical demands of disaster and emergency management efforts. The HSEM content specific courses will be delivered by Pierce College. RTC is able to register students for the appropriate content specific courses each quarter while registering the students in the non-content specific courses delivered by RTC. On the job training is critical to giving our students the insight and information they need to succeed once their education is complete. The Homeland Security Emergency Management program includes five credits of work-based experience for students completing the associateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree option. This work-based training provides opportunities to directly connect with potential employers. Prior learning credit, military and vocational education credit may apply. To enroll in the HSEM degree program, contact Scott Snider, HSEM Program Coordinator at (425) 235-7836.

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (40 CREDITS) COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

Communications (10 credits) ENGL& 101 ENGL& 235

English Composition I Technical Writing

5 5

Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning Skills (5 credits) MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

Social Sciences (10 credits) Required: PSYC& 100

160

General Psychology

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COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

Select one: HIST& 158

History of United States III

POLS& 101

Introduction to Political Science

POLS& 203

International Relations

POLS 230

State and Local Government

Humanities ( 5 credits) Select one: Introduction to Communication

CMST& 102

Introduction to Mass Media

CMST& 105

Intercultural Communications

CMST& 220

Fundamentals of Public Speaking

CMST& 230

Small Group Communication

Natural Sciences ( 10 credits)

ATMOS 101

Introduction to Weather

ENVS& 100

Survey of Environmental Science

ENVS 150

Environmental Issues

GEOG 210

Physical Geography

GEOL& 110

Environmental Geology

HSEM CORE REQUIREMENTS (43 CREDITS) COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

*HSEM 102

Introduction to Emergency Management

*HSEM 110

Basic Incident Command System/National Incident Mgmt System

*HSEM 120

All Hazards Emergency Planning

*HSEM 130

Technology in Emergency Management

*HSEM 157

Public Information Officer

*HSEM 160

Emergency Response Awareness to Terrorism

*HSEM 180

Public Administration

*HSEM 190-X

Special Topics in HSEM (X =A, B, Câ&#x20AC;Ś)**

HSEM 200

Emergency Operations Center

HSEM 210

Exercise Design and Evaluation

HSEM 220

Developing and Managing Volunteer Resources

HSEM 230

Disaster Response and Recovery

HSEM 240

HSEM Work-Based Learning

HSEM 250

Homeland Security Law and Ethics

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HSEM ELECTIVES ( 15 CREDITS) COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

BTECH 200

A-E Microsoft Word A _ B _ C _ D _ E _ Total _

CREDITS

BTECH 210

A-E Microsoft Excel A _ B _ C _ D _ E _ Total _

BTECH 225

A-C PowerPoint A _ B _ C _ Total

BUS 250

Business Communications

CJ 105

Corrections in America

CJ 112

Criminal Justice in America

CJ 120

Constitutional Rights

CJ 150

Policing in America

CJ 226

Response to Terrorism

ENGL&103

Composition Argumentation and Research

HSEM 190

X Special Topics in HSEM A _ B _ C _ D _ Total _

INTS 150

Contemporary Rebellion, Secessionist & Terrorist Org

MNGT 186

Professional Development

MNGT 283

Principles of Supervision and Leadership

OSH 100

Introduction to Occupational Safety & Health

OSH 110

Safety Management

OSH 190

Industrial Security

OSH 240

Handling Hazardous Materials

Total Credits Required 98 *Indicates courses required for HSEM Certificate (26 credits) **HSEM 190 -X Special Topics (X = A , B , C â&#x20AC;Ś) has a dif ferent topic each quarter (represented by the changing letter designation) and may be repeated an unlimited number of times. The first time applies towards the Core Requirements and additional HSEM 190 -X courses apply towards Electives.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS (26 CREDITS) Credit Quarter Grade COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

HSEM 102

Intro to Homeland Security Emergency Management

HSEM 110

Basic ICS/NIMS

HSEM 120

All Hazards Emergency Planning

HSEM 130

Technology in Emergency Management

HSEM 157

Public Information Officer

HSEM 160

Emergency Response Awareness to Terrorism

HSEM 180

Public Administration

HSEM 190

ABCD Special Topics in HSEM

Total Credits Required 26 Students must earn a minimum of a 2.0 in each HSEM course to obtain this degree. Note: Students should be aware that certain criminal behavior and having a criminal record may prohibit their employment opportunities in many Homeland Security and Emergency Management occupations. Students are encouraged to research these situations and consult with the HSEM program advisor.

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INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING Manufacturing and Product Service Technology Certificate of Completion: 128 credits

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 148 credits

INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING | MFG AND PRODUCT SERVICE TECH

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. | 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ; 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Tuesday - Thursday | 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. ; 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring Quarter

This program is designed so students can enroll for mornings, afternoons, or evenings to better fit their work schedule. Instruction areas include electrical; refrigeration; boiler operations; basic welding, brazing and pipe sweating; programmable logic controls; and mechanical maintenance. Students learn to maintain, troubleshoot and repair equipment for industrial environments such as bakeries, breweries, and candy companies. An emphasis is placed on practical experience and hands-on training whenever possible. This program is a recognized “School of Technology” by the cities of Seattle and Tacoma advisory boards. This program offers an Industrial Engineering certificate of completion and an Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Engineering. To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. The General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 115

Refrigeration and A/C System

CBE 217

Motor Control Lab

CBE 104

Computer Fundamentals and Lab

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 108

Refrigeration Lab

CBE 111

Control Fundamentals

CBE 116

HVAC/Plumbing Distribution

CBE 214

Mechanical Prints and Lab

QUARTER 3

164

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CBE 112

Pneumatic Controls and Lab

CBE 113

Preventive Maintenance and Lab

CBE 117

Safety and Health

CBE 211

Programmable Logic Controls and Fundamentals

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QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 118

Critical Systems

CBE 170

Communications for the Stationary Engineer

CBE 210

Intermediate Programmable Logic Controls Lab

QUARTER 5 COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 150

Hazardous Waste Management

CBE 180

Human Relations and Leadership Skills

CBE 190

LEED速 Green Building

CBE 212

Advanced PLC and Lab

AMATH 170S

Math Refresher

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CBE 101

Fundamentals of Electricity and Lab

CBE 105

Boiler Operators

CBE 216

Welding Fundamentals and Lab

QUARTER 6 6

QUARTER 7 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CBE 102

Advanced Electrical and Lab

CREDITS 5

CBE 106

Boiler Lab

CBE 215

Mechanical Maintenance and Lab

QUARTER 8 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CBE 103

National Electrical Code

CREDITS 4

CBE 107

Refrigeration and A/C Fundamentals

CBE 213

Motor Control Principles

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business and Industry

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition or

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING | MFG AND PRODUCT SERVICE TECH

COURSE #

This program is comprised of 28 courses of instruction. A Certificate of Completion is issued to students who have an average of a 2.0 grade or higher in all courses.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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KITCHEN MAJOR APPLIANCE TECHNOLOGY Manufacturing & Product Service Technology Certificate of Completion: 78 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:30 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 98 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter

KITCHEN MAJOR TECHNOLOGY | MFG AND PRODUCT SERVICE TECH

This program offers practical technical training in the repair and troubleshooting of all major

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kitchen appliances. Instruction is designed to duplicate conditions and requirements experienced by a technician working in the field. Emphasis is on developing a thorough understanding of electrical and mechanical theory through classroom experiences and practical application. Proficiency is developed by using test equipment to improve diagnostic and repair techniques. Students are introduced to all aspects of the industry including parts procurement, work order/ parts development, and industrial communications. This program is approved as an electrical specialty training school for Appliance Repair (07D) by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, Electrical Section. This program is accredited by the Professional Service Association, a national appliance industry organization. To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. The General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students holding a recent Certification of Completion from RTC should contact the Registrar for degree options.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

COL 101

College Success

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR and AED

MART 111

Industrial Direct Current (D-C)

MART 112

Industrial Alternating Current (A-C0

AMATH 171S

Industrial Math for Electrical (D-C)

AMATH 172S

Industrial Math for Electrical (A-C)

MART 180

Human Relations/Leadership

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CREDITS

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MART 120

Industrial Solid State Electronics- Basics

CREDITS 2

MART 123

Diagnostic Techniques and Test Equipment

MART 125

Electric Motors

MART 136

Water Heaters

AMATH 173S

Industrial Math for Water Heaters

MART 172

Industrial Communications

QUARTER 3 COURSE TITLE

MART 141

Waste Disposer & Compactors

CREDITS 5

MART 143

Dishwashers

MART 224

Micro-Wave Ovens

MART 291

Job Search Skills

AMATH 174S

Industrial Math for Compactors

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MART 222

Cooking Equipment

CREDITS 10

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175 OR

Applied Math, for Business & Industry OR

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business & Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

CREDITS 5 5 5 5

Students must earn a 0.7 or higher in each course individually and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in order to earn a Certificate of Completion.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

KITCHEN MAJOR TECHNOLOGY | MFG AND PRODUCT SERVICE TECH

COURSE #

ONE OF THE TOP 150 COMMUNITY COLLEGES *IDENTIFIED BY THE ASPEN INSTITUTE COLLEGE EXCELLENCE PROGRAM

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LAND SURVEY TECHNICIAN Technology Certificate of Completion: 64 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 150 credits

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter bi-yearly, or with Instructor Permission.

This three-quarter program is a follow-on to the Field Survey Technician certificate program. This program emphasizes professional land surveying practices to enable graduates to continue their careers toward their Professional Land Surveyor licenses. Students train on the industryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most powerful software for survey reduction, coordinate geometry and drafting. They also up-to-date instruments, including total stations with data collectors and GPS. Group laboratory projects, provided throughout the program, develop leadership skills and awareness. To earn an Associate of Applied science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the Land Survey Technician certificate program plus all requirements for the Field Survey Technician certificate program and 15 credits of General Education. The General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer credit from other institutions is considered upon validation of transcript and course work. This program articulates to Oregon Institute of Technology Bachelor of Science Degree in Geomatics, Surveying option, and Idaho State University Bachelor of Science Degree, Geomatics

LAND SURVEY TECHNICIAN | CONSTRUCTION

learn land and field surveying practices, field and office techniques, and the use of a variety of

Technology.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SUR 205

Survey Adjustments

SUR 245

Public Land System II

SUR 250

CAD for Surveying II

SUR 255

Global Navigation Satellite Systems

SUR 257

Geodetic Surveying

AMATH 204

Basic Mathematics for Land Surveying

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

SUR 235

Boundary Law

SUR 242

Legal Descriptions

SUR 247

Emerging Technologies

SUR 251

Advanced Computer Applications

AMATH 205

Intermediate Algebra with Analytical Geometry

LAND SURVEY TECHNICIAN | CONSTRUCTION

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SUR 214

Land Survey Spring Practicum

CREDITS

SUR 290

Land Survey Spring Cooperative Education (Optional)

SUR 248

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

SUR 249

Survey Research and Project Planning

SUR 256

Subdivision Design

SUR 270

Technical Writing for Land Surveying

SUR 281

Business Fundamentals and Ethics

AMATH 206

Special Topics in Mathematics

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ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE Field Survey Technician

CREDITS 71

GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

CREDITS 5

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

*All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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LAUNDRY MAJOR APPLIANCE TECHNOLOGY Manufacturing & Product Service Tech Certificate of Completion: 80 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:30 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 100 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter

This program offers practical technical training in the repair and troubleshooting of all domestic requirements experienced by a technician working in the field. Emphasis is on developing a thorough understanding of electrical and mechanical theory through classroom experiences and practical application. Proficiency is developed by using test equipment to improve diagnostic and repair techniques. Students are introduced to all aspects of the industry including parts procurement, work order/parts development, and industrial communications. This program is approved as an electrical specialty training school for Appliance Repair (07D) by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, Electrical Section. This program is accredited by the Professional Service Association, a national appliance industry organization. To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. The General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students holding a recent Certification of Completion from RTC should contact the Registrar for degree options.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

COL 101

College Success

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR & AED

MART 111

Industrial Direct Current (D-C)

MART 112

Industrial Alternating Current (A-C)

AMATH 171S

Industrial Math for Electrical (D-C)

AMATH 172S

Industrial Math for Electrical (A-C)

MART 181

Industrial Business Procedures

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and light commercial laundry appliances. Instruction is designed to duplicate conditions and

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MART 180

Human Relations/Leadership

MART 120

Industrial Solid State Electronics - Basics

MART 123

Diagnostic Techniques and Test Equipment

MART 125

Electric Motors

MART 172

Industrial Communications

MART 203

Laundry Theory

MART 206

Gas Control Systems

LAUNDRY MAJOR APPLIANCE TECH | MFG & PRODUCT SERVICE TECH

QUARTER 3

172

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MART 204

Automatic Washers

MART 220

Combination Washer & Dryer

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MART 217

Clothes Dryers

MART 218

Stack Laundry Equipment

MART 291

Job Search Skills

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175 OR

Applied Math, for Business & Industry OR

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business & Industry

CMST 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

CREDITS 5 5 5 5

Students must earn a 0.7 or higher in each course individually and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in order to earn a Certificate of Completion.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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MAJOR APPLIANCE & REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY Manufacturing & Product Service Technology Certificate of Completion: 149 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 169 credits

MAJOR APPLIANCE & REFRIGERATION TECH | MFG & PRODUCT SERVICE TECH

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

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Enrollment Point: Fall or Spring Quarter

This program offers practical technical training in the repair and troubleshooting of all major appliances. Instruction is designed to duplicate conditions and requirements experienced by a technician working in the field. Emphasis is placed on developing a thorough understanding of electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration theory through classroom experiences and practical application. Proficiency is developed by using test equipment to improve diagnostic and repair techniques. Students are introduced to all aspects of the industry including parts procurement, work order/parts development, and industrial communications. This program is approved as an electrical specialty training school for Appliance Repair (07D) by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, Electrical Section. This program is accredited by the Professional Service Association, a national appliance industry organization. To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS), the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students holding a recent (five years) Certificate of Completion from Renton Technical College should contact the Registrar for degree options.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

COL 101

College Success

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR and AED

MART 111

Industrial Direct Current (D-C)

MART 112

Industrial Alternating Current (A-C)

AMATH 171S

Industrial Math for Electrical (D-C)

AMATH 172S

Industrial Math for Electrical (A-C)

MART 181

Industrial Business Procedures

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MART 120

Industrial Solid State Electronics – Basics

MART 123

Diagnostic Techniques and Test Equipment

MART 125

Electric Motors

MART 136

Water Heaters

AMATH 173S

Industrial Math for Water Heaters

MART 172

Industrial Communications

QUARTER 3 COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MART 141

Waste Disposers and Compactors

MART 143

Dishwashers

AMATH 174S

Industrial Math for Compactors

MART 180

Human Relations/Leadership

MART 224

Microwave Ovens

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MART 222

Cooking Equipment

CREDITS 10

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MART 203

Laundry Theory

MART 204

Automatic Washers

QUARTER 6 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MART 206

Gas Control Systems

CREDITS 3

MART 217

Clothes Dryers

MART 218

Stack Lanudry Equipement

MART 220

Combination Washer and Dryer

MART 226

Principles of Thermodynamics

MAJOR APPLIANCE & REFRIGERATION TECH | MFG & PRODUCT SERVICE TECH

COURSE #

APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS NOW AVAILABLE

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QUARTER 7 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MART 228

EPA Regulations and Refrigerant Recovery

MART 230

Brazing Principles and Techniques

MART 232

Refrigeration Evacuation and Charging

MART 234

Domestic Refrigeration Servicing

MART 236

Light Commercial Refrigeration Servicing

MAJOR APPLIANCE & REFRIGERATION TECH | MFG & PRODUCT SERVICE TECH

QUARTER 7

176

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MART 228

EPA Regulations and Refrigerant Recovery

CREDITS 3

MART 230

Brazing Principles and Techniques

MART 232

Refrigeration Evacuation and Charging

MART 234

Domestic Refrigeration Servicing

QUARTER 8 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MART 238

HVAC Systems and Controls

MART 243

Icemaker Equipment

AMATH 175S

Industrial Math for Thermodynamics

MART 291

Job Search Skills

MART 236

Light Commercial Refrigeration Servicing

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175 OR

Applied Math, for Business & Industry OR

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business & Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

CREDITS 5 5 5 5

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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LEGAL SECRETARY/LEGAL ASSISTANT Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 76 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 96 credits

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall Winter Quarter or with Instructor Permission.

LEGAL SECRETARY/LEGAL ASSISTANT | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

This program prepares students to work in law firms, law-related offices, and in the courts

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as legal secretaries, legal receptionists, clerks, litigation practice assistants, and legal word processors. To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree, the student must complete an additional 20 credits of general education courses. Transfer credit from other institutions is considered upon validation of transcript and course work.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

LGL 108

Law Office Procedures I

LGL 109

Law Office Procedures II

LGL 110

Family Law and Estate Planning Procedures

LGL 136

Legal Internet Applications

LGL 137

Word Processing

APP 105

Introduction to Keyboarding

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ENGL 075*

Business English

ENGL 085*

Business Communication

LGL 112

Litigation Procedures

HUM 101

Human Relations

LGL 142

Presentation Software

APP 106

Keyboarding Skillbuilding I

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

LGL 107

Legal Resources and Citations

LGL 113

Business Law Procedures

LGL 139

Spreadsheets

LGL 176

Legal Transcription

LGL 192

Job Search

APP 107

Keyboarding Skillbuilding II

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

LGL 140

Technology in the Law Office

LGL 150

Legal Keyboarding

AMATH 163V

Business Math

LGL 194

Co-op Work Exp./Internships (OPTIONAL)

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 175

Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

5 5

*Core courses. A certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course with an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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MASSAGE THERAPY PRACTITIONER Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 70 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 90 credits

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 90 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter

This program, approved by the Washington State Board of Massage, prepares students to become professionally licensed to practice therapeutic massage for health maintenance, MASSAGE THERAPY PRACTITIONER | ALLIED HEALTH

assessment, and rehabilitation of body tissues and systems. Therapeutic massage is an integral part of sports medicine, nursing care, physical, mental, and emotional well being. The program offers training in diverse modalities including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, myofascial release, acupressure, hydrotherapy and hot stone massage. Student clinic and internship experience are required. Successful completion of this program prepares the students to take the Washington State Massage Licensing examination. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements (two [2] attempts per course only). To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, students must complete all requirements of the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. Students are required to join the American Massage Therapy Association and the Washington State Chapter. The cost is in addition to tuition. The cost includes AMTA membership, Washington Chapter membership, and liability insurance. Copy of proof of membership will be required at time of registration.

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COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MAST 101

Massage Techniques I

MAST 102

Anatomy and Physiology I

MAST 103

Kinesiology I

MAST 104

Pathology I

MAST 105

Acupressure and Traditional Asian Medicine

MAST 181

Human Relations and Professionalism I

MAST 171

Communication

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MAST 111

Massage Techniques II

MAST 112

Anatomy and Physiology II

MAST 113

Kinesiology II

MAST 114

Pathology II

MAST 116

Injury Evaluation and Treatment I

MAST 173

Business Skills I

MAST 182

Human Relations and Professionalism II

QUARTER 3 COURSE TITLE

MAST 126

Injury Evaluation and Treatment II

CREDITS 3

MAST 127

First Aid/CPR and Safety

MAST 151

Massage Licensing Preparation

MAST 174

Business Skills II

AMATH 162G

Mathematics

MAST 191

Clinic

MAST 192

Internship

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175

Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS-T DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

ENGL& 101

English Composition

MATH 110

College Algebra

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

MASSAGE THERAPY PRACTITIONER | ALLIED HEALTH

COURSE #

*All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses and require achieving a 2.0 or higher (with the exception of any clinical/externship/internship courses, which require a Satisfactory (S) grade), in order to continue.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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MEDICAL ASSISTANT Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 76 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 96 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 96 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall or Winter Quarter

This program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs upon the recommendation of the Curriculum Review Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants Endowment (CRB-AAMAE), CAAHEP, 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210-2350.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT | ALLIED HEALTH

The program prepares students to become multi-skilled professionals to perform a variety of patient-related tasks in physician offices and other health care settings. The curriculum is designed to meet the requirements for Medical Assistant-Certified as described in RCW 18.360. Students learn to set up clients for examination, draw blood for basic lab studies, administer certain medications, perform EKGâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, assist with minor surgical procedures and master front office skills related to medical records and billing. A clinical externship is included. A state certification is required of all those who work in this field and is obtained after passing a required credentialing exam. The Registered Medical Assistant Exam from the American Medical Technologists is given to all students during the last quarter of the program. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements. To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, students must complete the certificate program and meet the general education course requirements.

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COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 163G

Math for Medical Assistants

MEDA 102

Health Care Provider CPR/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens

MEDA 105

Introduction to Health Information Technology

MEDA 114

Medical Terminology

MEDA 120

Administrative Procedures

MEDA 126

Clinical Procedures I

MEDA 170

Communications in Healthcare

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MEDA 103

Anatomy and Physiology I

MEDA 111

Pharmacology

MEDA 123

Electronic Health Records

MEDA 127

Clinical Procedures II

MEDA 180

Human Relations

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MEDA 104

Anatomy and Physiology II

CREDITS

MEDA 107

Diseases of the Human Body

MEDA 122

Medical Office Management

MEDA 128

Clinical Procedures III

MEDA 129

Practicum Preparation

MEDA 132

Professional Development

QUARTER 4 COURSE TITLE

MEDA 191

Practicum

CREDITS 7

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175

Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS-T DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

ENGL& 101

English Composition

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

MEDICAL ASSISTANT | ALLIED HEALTH

COURSE #

CREDITS

All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses and require achieving a 2.0 or better (with the exception of any clinical/externship/internship courses, which require a Satisfactory (S) grade), in order to continue.

General Education descriptions can be found on pages 237 - 247 p.g. Course descriptions can be found on pages 249 - 364 p.g.

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MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST (PHYSICIAN BASED) Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 104 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 119 credits

MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST (PHYSICIAN BASED) | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter or Spring Quarter

In any given quarter, students may enroll in EITHER the campus-based program OR the online program. Dual enrollment in the campus-based program AND the online program is not allowed. Develop skills and knowledge to transform descriptions of diseases, injuries, conditions, and procedures into numerical designations in clinics, insurance companies, and other medical settings. Work with doctors, managers, and other healthcare professionals to translate written terminology or descriptions into a universal, common language. Learn medical terminology, word processing, spreadsheet applications, and computerized patient accounting while using ICD 9 and 10 CM, CPT and HCPCS level II guidelines to complete the CMS-1500 claim form with patient data abstracted from the encounter form and medical record. This high-demand occupation provides many opportunities for people who like attention to detail and take pride in their work. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon completion of all program courses with a 2.0 GPA or higher. To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, all requirements for the certificate program plus 15 credits of General Education courses must be completed. General Education courses must be passed with a 2.0 GPA or higher. The General Education requirements are listed below Transfer credit from other institutions is considered.

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COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

COL101

College Success

MAP 101

Introduction to Medical Terminology

MAP 110

Beginning MS Office

MAP 120

Customer Service and Human Relations

MAP 132

The Medical Office Part 1

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 164V

Introduction to Mathematical Operations

COMP 100

Applied Composition

MAP 112

Document Production

MAP 131

Medical Records and HIPAA

MAP 136

The Medical Office Part 2

MAP 190

Career Opportunities

QUARTER 3 COURSE TITLE

BIOL 105

Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

CREDITS 5

MAP 145

Introduction to Medical Coding Classifications

MAP 155

Introduction to Excel

MAP 280

Legal Aspects of Health Care Reimbursement

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MAP 103

Pharmacology

MAP 205

Disease Pathology

MAP 268

Health Management Information Systems

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MAP 200

Ambulatory Coding

MAP 236

Health Records and EHRs

MAP 260

Advanced Medical Coding

QUARTER 6 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MAP 265

Quality Improvement and Workflow Analysis

CREDITS 3

MAP 275

Current HIM Issues and Practice

MAP 278

Excel as a Database

MAP 291

Professional Practice Experience

MAP 293

Medical Coding Practicum

MEDICAL CODING SPECIALIST (PHYSICIAN BASED) | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

COURSE #

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175

Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

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MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 40 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall or Winter Quarter

First impressions are important, and as the medical receptionist you provide the first positive response to patient needs. You train on computers and learn anatomy and terminology, oral and written communication, telephone techniques, and how to triage, schedule appointments, office team. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Must have a 2.0 or higher to advance.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

COL101

Student Success

MAP 101

Introduction to Medical Terminology

MAP 110

Beginning MS Office

MAP 120

Customer Service and Human Relations

MAP 132

The Medical Office Part 1

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and access patient records as you prepare yourself to become a valued member of the medical

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 164V

Introduction to Math Operations

CREDITS 3

COMP 100

Applied Composition

MAP 112

Document Production

MAP 131

Medical Records and HIPAA

MAP 136

The Medical Office Part 2

MAP 190

Career Opportunities

A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course.

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MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT SPECIALIST Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 65 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, or Spring Quarter

MEDICAL REIMBURSEMENT SPECIALIST | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

Develop skills and knowledge to work side-by-side with doctors and other healthcare

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professionals in clinics, insurance companies, hospitals, and other medical settings. Learn to provide the administrative support needed to schedule patients, compose, and produce documents, transcribe medical reports, and manage medical and financial records. Jobs in this growing field offer variety, challenge, and the rewards of helping others. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements. Transfer credit from other institutions is considered upon validation of transcript and course work.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

COL 101

College Success

MAP 110

Beginning MS Office

MAP 120

Customer Service and Human Relations

MAP 101

Introduction to Medical Terminology

MAP 132

The Medical Office Part 1

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH164V

Introduction to Mathematical Operations

COMP 100

Applied Composition

MAP 112

Document Production

MAP 131

Medical Records and HIPAA

MAP 136

The Medical Office Part 2

MAP 190

Career Opportunities

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MAP 145

Introduction to Medical Coding Classifications

MAP 155

Introduction to Excel

MAP 280

Legal Aspects of Health Care Reimbursement

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MAP 103

Pharmacology

MAP 205

Disease Pathology

MAP 268

Health Management Information Systems

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ONLINE & HYBRID COURSES AVAILABLE

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NURSING ASSISTANT Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 10 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. dismissal hours may vary (classroom hours for daytime class)

Evening Section: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

(Classroom hours for evening class) Clinical practice in local hospitals and/or long-term care facilities. (Hours vary during clinical assignment including possible evening or weekend placement; please note some clinical sites start as early as 5:45 a.m.)

NURSING ASSISTANT | ALLIED HEALTH

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring or Summer Quarter

This program meets both Washington State and Federal curriculum requirements for Nursing Assistant Certification. Once certified, graduates are eligible for employment in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, retirement/assisted living facilities, adult family homes, and in-home health care. Students gain knowledge and learn skills caring for patients of various age groups during acute and chronic stages of disease, surgery, and rehabilitation, as well as how to maintain health during the normal aging process. Included in the curriculum are patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; rights, basic bedside nursing skills, patient/personal safety, HIPAA, and HIV/AIDS education. Skills are practiced in the program laboratory. Clinical experience occurs in acute hospitals and/or skilled nursing facilities. Students must pass all coursework with a 2.0 average or better and a satisfactory completion of clinical and lab for their certificate. This program is the first phase of the career ladder option for students to become Licensed Practical or Registered Nurses.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

HLTH 100

Tools for Success

CREDITS 2

NA 101

Fundamentals of Nursing Assistant

NA 103

Basic Technical Skills

NA 105

Principles of A&P, Restorative Care, and Related Procedures

NA 131

Nursing Assistant Practicum

HLTH 100: Tools for Success, NA 101: Fundamentals of Nursing Assistant and NA 105: Principles of Restorative Care and Related Procedures require an 80% or higher passing grade. NA 103: Basic Technical Skills and NA 131: Nursing Assisting Practicum require a Satisfactory or higher passing grade.

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OFFICE ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST Business Technology Certificate of Completion: 19 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Winter Quarter

Students prepare for entry-level careers in the office occupations. In addition to keyboarding OFFICE ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST | BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY

and hands-on training on computers using Microsoft Office applications, students study

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business math, business English, human relations and customer service, and develop general clerical skills. Eligibility: TANF, low-income eligible only.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ASST 095

Clerical Skills Review

ASST 110

Introduction to Business Writing

ASST 120

Keyboarding/Data Entry

ASST 144

Introduction to Computer Applications

ASST 181

Human Relations and Career Readiness

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OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 70 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 90 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 90 credits

Enrollment Point: Winter Quarter

This program provides entry level training leading to a certificate as an Ophthalmic Assistant. Curriculum is based on Commission on Accreditation of Ophthalmic Medical Programs standards and guidelines. This program provides entry level training as an Ophthalmic Assistant and qualifications for the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JACHPO) OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT | ALLIED HEALTH

national certification exam. Course work includes the following: medical terminology, anatomy

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and physiology, history taking, visual and pupillary assessment, pathophysiology, lensometry, basic tonometry, instrument maintenance, medical ethics, regulatory and legal issues. Included in the program are extensive clinical experiences in ophthalmologist private clinics, teaching hospitals, and eye centers. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements (two [2] attempts per course only). To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, students must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

BIOL 105

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

OPH 101

First Aid/CPR and Vital Signs

OPH 102

Medical Terminology

OPH 103

Ocular Anatomy and Physiology

OPH 104

Ophthalmology Front Office Procedures

OPH 118

Law and Ethics of Health Care

OPH 170

Communications

OPH 180

Human Relations

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 170

Mathematics for the Health Sciences

OPH 106

Basic Clinical Skills in Ophthalmology

OPH 107

Ophthalmology Clinical Procedures I

OPH 108

Ophthalmology Clinical Procedures II

OPH 109

Advanced Ocular Pathophysiology

OPH 113

Diagnostic Procedures

OPH 115

Ophthalmic Pharmacology and Pathophysiology

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

OPH 190

Practicum I

CREDITS 6

QUARTER 4 COURSE TITLE

OPH 183

Professional Development

CREDITS 2

OPH 191

Practicum II

OPH 192

Practicum III

GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE: COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

CREDITS 5

CHEM& 121

General Chemistry

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS-T DEGREE: COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

ENGL& 101

English Composition

MATH 107

Contemporary Mathematics

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

OPHTHALMIC ASSISTANT | ALLIED HEALTH

COURSE #

CREDITS

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PHARMACY TECHNICIAN Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 77 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 97 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 97 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter

This ASHP (American Society of Health-System Pharmacists) accredited program prepares students for practice as Pharmacy Technicians performing a wide variety of tasks in both retail and hospital pharmacies under the supervision of a pharmacist.

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN | ALLIED HEALTH

Students develop skills in all areas of pharmacy practice such as computer order entry, pharmaceutical calculations, record keeping, mixing intravenous solutions, and compounding of products to be dispensed. Special emphasis is on product knowledge and learning detailed information regarding drugs. Externship experience in retail and hospital pharmacies is included. A state license is required of all those who work in this field and is obtained after passing the required National Certification exam and applying to the Washington State Board of Pharmacy. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements (two [2] attempts per course only). To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, students must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education.

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COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

PHAR 101

Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals & Ethics

PHAR 102

Pharmacology I

PHAR 103

Top 200 Drugs I

PHAR 105

Outpatient Pharmacy Preparations and Record Keeping I

PHAR 130

Medical Terminology/Anatomy and Physiology for Pharmacy Technicians I

PHAR 131

Pharmacy Law and References I

PHAR 132

Chemistry for Pharmacy

PHAR 133

Business Office Machines I

AMATH 165G

Pharmacy Calculations

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

PHAR 104

Pharmacology II

PHAR 106

Outpatient Pharmacy Preparations and Record Keeping II

PHAR 108

Inpatient & Home Healthcare Pharmacy Preparations and Record Keeping

PHAR 109

Top 200 Drugs II

PHAR 134

Business Office Machines II

PHAR 136

Medical Terminology/Anatomy and Physiology for Pharmacy Technicians II

PHAR 137

Pharmacy Law and References II

PHAR 180

Communications and Customer Service

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

PHAR 107

IV Admixture Advanced Techniques

CREDITS 3

PHAR 135

Business Office Machines III

PHAR 181

Management, Supervision and Human Relations

PHAR 190

Pharmacy Practice-Internship I

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

PHAR 191

Pharmacy Practice â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Internship II

CREDITS 9

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 170

Mathematics for Health Sciences

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN | ALLIED HEALTH

QUARTER 4

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS-T DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

ENGL& 101

English Composition

MATH 110

Intro to Statistics

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

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PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 17 credits

Theory | Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

Practicum | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring Quarter

This program prepares students for National Certification as a phlebotomy technician in the clinical and laboratory setting. Program content includes the history of phlebotomy, clinical laboratory setting, legal and ethical issues, infection control precaution and prevention, CPR/

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN | ALLIED HEALTH

First Aid,anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, proper body mechanics, various blood draw techniques, safety aspects of phlebotomy, complications of phlebotomy, handling of non-blood specimens and OSHA safety standards. As part of this program the student will sit for their National Certification exam, and apply for registration as a Medical AssistantPhlebotomist, which is required for employment in Washington State. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements (two [2] attempts per course only).

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

PHLEB 101

Fundamentals of Phlebotomy

PHLEB 102

Phlebotomy Laboratory Skills

PHLEB 103

Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR, AED and Bloodborne Pathogens

PHLEB 191

Phlebotomy Technician Practicum

PHLEB 104

Certification Exam Preparation

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PRECISION MACHINING TECHNOLOGIES Manufacturing & Product Service Technology Certificate of Completion: 140 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 160 credits

PRECISION MACHINING TECHNOLOGIES | MFG & PRODUCT SERVICE TECH

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall and Winter Quarter

This two-year program is designed to help students acquire and develop skills necessary to work in the manufacturing industry. The course integrates theory and practical applications in a fully equipped machine shop facility. Students study machining processes and procedures, properties of metals, blueprint reading, applied math, inspection techniques, computer-aided manufacturing utilizing Mastercam software, and the operation of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines. The CNC equipment includes vertical and horizontal machining centers as well as CNC lathes with live tooling. When appropriate, students may be assigned to a cooperative workstation in industry. To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. The General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students holding a recent Certificate of Completion from RTC should contact the Registrar for degree options. This program articulates with Tech Prep programs through the South King County Tech Prep Consortium

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 176S

Basic Math for Machining

CREDITS 6

MTEC 101

Machine Technology I

MTEC 111

Blueprint Reading I

MTEC 121

Machining Fundamentals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lathe

MTEC 171

Communications I

QUARTER 2

200

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 186S

Algebra for Machine Technology

MTEC 103

Machine Technology II

MTEC 113

Blueprint Reading II

MTEC 123

Machining Fundamentals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Mill

MTEC 172

Communications II

MTEC 185

Human Relations

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 187S

Geometry for Machine Technology

MTEC 105

Machine Technology III

MTEC 115

Blueprint Reading III

MTEC 125

Machining Fundamentals - Precision Machining

MTEC 130

Basic Metrology

MTEC 173

Communications III

QUARTER 4 COURSE TITLE

AMATH 188S

Trigonometry for Machining

CREDITS 7

MTEC 140

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MTEC 212

Manufacturing Resource & Research

CREDITS 6

MTEC 231

CNC I

QUARTER 6 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MTEC 220

Hazardous Materials

CREDITS 2

MTEC 232

CNC II

MTEC 240

Manufacturing Trends

QUARTER 7 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MTEC 233*

CNC III

CREDITS 8

MTEC 234*

CNC IV

QUARTER 8 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MTEC 235**

CNC V

CREDITS 7

MTEC 290**

Job Search Skills

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175 or

Applied Algebra for Business and Industry OR

MATH 110

College Algebra

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

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COURSE #

CREDITS 5 5 5 5

*Students may take MTEC 291 Cooperative Work Experience/Internship I ( 15 cr) in place of MTEC 233 and MTEC 234. Instructor permission is required. **Students may take MTEC 292 Cooperative Work Experience/Internship II (8 cr) in place of MTEC 235 and MTEC 290. Instructor permission is required.

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PROFESSIONAL BAKING Culinary Arts Certificate of Completion: 65 credits

Monday - Friday | 6:00 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Students may enter as openings occur.

Students have the opportunity to learn the baking basics and the science of baking in an exciting well-equipped kitchen setting. This course is a fast paced program following the industry standards and practices of classical and contemporary baking. A variety of learning

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competencies and learning methods designed for our progressive program enables the program

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to offer highly concentrated, focused, and hands-on curriculum. Students participate in scaling and mixing, dough production, retail operations and oven work in our production kitchen. The courses reviewed include; breads, pies, pastries, cookies, doughnuts, cakes and specialty decorating. Bakery math, customer service and human relations courses will assist the student with developing a portfolio. The program supports a retail bakery offering a broad selection of baked goods, cakes and pastries finished to industry standards. If you enjoy teamwork, bakery production, timelines, and creating delicious baked goods in a commercial baking environment, this program is for you!

QUARTER 1 - 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

BAK 101

Ovens I

BAK 102

Ovens II

BAK 103

Doughnuts

BAK 104

Scaling

BAK 105

Mixing I

BAK 106

Mixing II

BAK 107

BAK 108

Pies and Tarts

BAK 109

Pastries

BAK 110

Yeast Doughs I

BAK 111

Yeast Doughs II

BAK 112

Puff Pastries

BAK 113

Cakes I

BAK 114

Cakes II

BAK 115

Artisan Bread I

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QUARTER 1 - 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

BAK 116

Artisan Bread II

BAK 117

Bakery Operations I

BAK 118

Bakery Operations II

BAK 170

Industry Communications

BAK 180

Human Relations

AMATH 161R

Bakery Math

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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE Construction & Building Technology Certificate of Completion: 19 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter

Students gain skills necessary for effective property maintenance in apartment and other residential settings. Students learn safe procedures in property maintenance, painting and preparing residential units, maintaining an attractive outdoor environment, basic electrical

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE | CONSTRUCTION

and plumbing, communication and customer service, and job search skills. The program is designed for students with limited English proficiency and, as such, vocational English as a Second Language (ESL) is infused in all courses

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR & AED

PROP 101

Introduction to Apartment Operations & Emergency Procedures

PROP 120

Painting and Drywall Repairs

PROP 130

Curb Appeal

PROP 150

General Maintenance Skills I

PROP 190

Job Search Skills I

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

PROP 140

Basic Electrical Repairs

CREDITS 3

PROP 145

Basic Plumbing Repairs

PROP 155

General Maintenance Skills II

PROP 170

Minor Repairs to Appliances

(3)

PROP 194

Cooperative Work Experience (optional)

PROP 195

Job Search Skills II

A Certificate of Completion is issued to students who have an average of 2.0 or higher in all 11 courses.

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PROPERTY MAINTENANCE FOR MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENCE Construction & Building Technology Certificate of Completion: 19 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

PROPERTY MAINT FOR MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENCE | CONSTRUCTION

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring Quarter

Students gain skills necessary to secure positions in property maintenance for multi-family residences. The program is designed for all students including those with Limited English Proficiency of Level 4 and above. Students can enroll for the quarter to receive a certificate of completion or enroll in particular components of interest for skills upgrades. Training components include: safety and emergency procedures; painting and drywall repairs; maintaining an attractive outdoor environment; basic electrical theory, repairs and replacements; basic plumbing repairs and replacements; basic appliance repairs; customer service; First Aid; and job search skills.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

INDS 101

First Aid

PROP 102

Apartment Operations, Maintenance, Curb Appeal

PROP 112

Emergency Procedures & Safety for Apartment Maintenance

PROP 122

Painting and Drywall Repairs

PROP 142

Basic Electrical Repairs

PROP 147

Basic Plumbing Repairs

PROP 172

Minor Appliance Repairs

PROP 192

Job Search Skills

PROP 196

Cooperative Work Experience (Optional)

(2)

A Certificate of Completion is issued to students who have an average of a 2.0 or higher in all courses.

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REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY Manufacturing & Product Service Technology Certificate of Completion: 77 credits

Monday - Friday | 7:30 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 97 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall or Spring Quarter

This training program for Refrigeration Technicians enables students to develop the skills necessary to work as service technicians on domestic and commercial refrigeration, understanding of electrical and refrigeration theory though classroom experiences and practical application. Service, repair, and troubleshooting techniques are taught on late model equipment in a fully equipped training facility. Students are taught how to safely handle, store, and dispose of CFC refrigerants, according to EPA requirements, related to diagnostic, service, and repair procedures. Technical proficiency and competency are developed by using test and service equipment to improve diagnostic and repair techniques. Laboratory experience helps develop skills in brazing and soldering of copper, steel, and aluminum. This program is approved as an electrical specialty training school for Appliance Repair (07D) by the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, Electrical Section. This program is accredited by the Professional Service Association, a national appliance industry organization. To earn an Associate of Applied Science Degree, the student must complete all requirements for the certificate program plus 20 credits of General Education. The General Education requirements are listed below. Transfer credit from other institutions will be considered upon validation of transcript and course work. Students holding a recent Certification of Completion from RTC should contact the Registrar for degree options.

REFRIGERATION TECHNOLOGY | MFG & PRODUCT SERVICE TECH

air conditioning and heat pump systems. Emphasis is placed on developing a thorough

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

COL 101

College Success

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR & AED

MART 111

Industrial Direct Current (D-C)

MART 112

Industrial Alternating Current (A-C)

MART 180

Human Relations/Leadership

AMATH 171S

Industrial Math for Electrical (D-C)

AMATH 172S

Industrial Math for Electrical (A-C)

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

MART 120

Industrial Solid State Electronics â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Basics

MART 123

Diagnostic Techniques & Test Equipment

MART 125

Electric Motors

MART 226

Principles of Thermodynamics

AMATH 175S

Industrial Math for Thermodynamics

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MART 228

EPA Regulations and Refrigerant Recovery

CREDITS 3

MART 230

Brazing Principles and Techniques

MART 232

Refrigeration Evacuation and Charging

MART 234

Domestic Refrigeration Servicing

MART 236

Light Commercial Refrigeration Servicing

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

MART 172

Industrial Communications

CREDITS

MART 238

HVAC Systems and Controls

MART 243

Icemaker Equipment

MART 291

Job Search Skills

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 175 OR

Applied Math, for Business & Industry OR

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business & Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 OR

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

CREDITS 5 5 5 5

Students must earn a 0.7 or higher in each course individually and have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in order to earn a Certificate of Completion.

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REGISTERED NURSE-ASSOCIATE DEGREE Allied Health Certificate of Completion: n/a

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a

Hours may vary. Please see below.

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 116 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall and Spring Quarter

* Hours may vary during clinical assignment including possible evening/weekend placement, and nights during final clinical course. Students are required to provide their own transportation to clinical sites.

235-5840 for details.

The Nursing Program at Renton Technical College prepares students for employment as registered nurses in a variety of health care environments in the surrounding community. Students who successfully complete the program will receive an Associate in Applied SciencesTransfer (AAS-T) degree and be eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) exam. The program also prepares students to transfer to an RN-BSN program after obtaining the RN license. A concept based curriculum supports students from varied backgrounds by relating new ideas to previously acquired knowledge in an engaging and supportive environment. Students are provided with many opportunities to acquire the necessary critical thinking skills for practice as Registered Nurses in the dynamic healthcare environment. Nursing students will be equipped to provide safe, comfort-oriented, culturally-sensitive nursing care that meets the highest professional standards and serves a diverse population. This includes the utilization of nursing informatics and information technology to provide optimal, evidence-based nursing care now and throughout their career.

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NOTICE: Attendance at a nursing orientation is strongly recommended. Please contact Student Services at 425-

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COURSE TITLE

NURS 108

Foundations of Nursing Practice

CREDITS 4

NURS 109

Foundations of Nursing Practice Laboratory

NURS 195

Foundations of Nursing Practice Clinical Practicum

NURS 114

Health and Wellness

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

NURS 105

Reproductive Health

NURS 107

Reproductive Health / Mental Health Nursing Clinical Practice

NURS 112

Mental Health in the Multicultural Community

NURS 119

Reproductive Health Laboratory

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COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

NURS 117

Alterations in Health Care Needs

NURS 118

Alterations in Health Care Needs Laboratory

NURS 198

Alterations in Health Care Needs Clinical Practicum

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

NURS 203

Major Chronic Alterations in Health Care Needs

NURS 207

Major Chronic Alterations in Health Care Needs Laboratory

NURS 294

Major Chronic Alterations Clinical

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QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

NURS 208

Major Acute Alterations in Health Care Needs

CREDITS 5

NURS 209

Major Acute Alterations in Health Care Needs Laboratory

NURS 295

Major Acute Alterations Clinical

QUARTER 6 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

NURS 210

Complex Multi-Systems Acute Alterations in Health Care Needs

CREDITS

NURS 281

Leadership and Management

NURS 296

Complex Multi-Systems Alterations Preceptorship

OPTIONAL COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

NURS 230

Transition into Registered Nursing*

CREDITS (2)

NURS 103

Bridge to Nursing**

(3)

*Taken only by students who enter the RN program as LPNs. **Taken only by student entering Quarter One of the Curriculum

PREREQUISITE COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS-T DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

ENGL& 101

English Composition

MATH& 146

Introduction to Statistics

PSYC& 200

Developmental Psychology

BIOL& 260

Microbiology

BIOL& 241

Human Anatomy & Physiology I

BIOL& 242

Human Anatomy & Physiology II

BIOL& 160

General Biology

CHEM& 121

General Chemistry

Prerequisite course requirements as shown above with the following requirements: 1) a minimum grade of 2. 5 in each course (two (2) attempts per course only); 2) a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or better; 3) courses must have been completed within ten ( 10) years prior to program entry; and 4) course credit value must be obtained.

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SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 73 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 93 credits

Hours may very during clinical assignment

Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: 93 credits

Enrollment Point: Fall and Spring Quarter

The Surgical Technologist program is accredited nationally by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs in collaboration with the Association of Surgical Technologists and the American College of Surgeons. In this program, the student is trained to become an integral part of the team of medical safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The student will be trained to possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physicianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. A major portion of the course training occurs in a variety of regional healthcare facilities. A Certificate of Completion is awarded upon successful completion of core course requirements (two [2] attempts per course only). To earn an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) or Associate of Applied Science-Transfer (AAS-T) degree, students must complete the certificate program and meet the General Education course requirements. The prerequisite, a 5-credit Introduction

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practitioners providing surgical care to patients. The student will be taught to facilitate the

to Anatomy & Physiology course, is part of the General Education requirements for the AAS degree.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SURG 101

Surgical Techniques

SURG 103

Operating Room Environment

SURG 106

Surgical Procedures I

SURG 109

Skills Laboratory I

SURG 130

Medical Terminology

SURG 131

Microbiology

SURG 132

Pharmacology

SURG 180

Human Relations

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COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

AMATH 166G

Applied Mathematics

SURG 102

Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR, AED and Bloodborne Pathogens

SURG 107

Surgical Procedures II

SURG 108

Surgical Procedures II

SURG 115

Skills Laboratory II

SURG 117

Skills Laboratory III

SURG 192

Allied Clinical Practicum I

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QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SURG 110

Surgical Procedures IV

CREDITS

SURG 112

Professional Preparation I

SURG 118

Skills Laboratory IV

SURG 193

Allied Clinical Practicum II

SURG 194

Operating Room Clinical Practicum I

SURG 195

Operating Room Clinical Practicum II

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

SURG 113

Professional Preparation II

CREDITS 1

SURG 170

Communications

SURG 196

Operating Room Clinical Practicum III

GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE: COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

BIOL 105

Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS-T DEGREE: COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

BIOL& 260

Microbiology

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication OR

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

ENGL& 101

English Composition

MATH& 146

Intro to Statistics

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VETERINARY ASSISTANT Allied Health Certificate of Completion: 23 credits

Monday - Friday | 5:00p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: n/a Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall Quarter

The Veterinary Assistant program prepares students to assist the veterinarian in all aspects of animal care. Veterinary Assistants provide surgical and nursing care to animals in clinics, as well as field settings. They also provide basic care, perform laboratory procedures, and assist in the veterinary clinic with other functions. Veterinary Assistants work in a variety of settings VETERINARY ASSISTANT | ALLIED HEALTH

including animal hospitals and clinics, animal shelters, laboratories, zoos, and animal parks. The program includes classroom theory, laboratory, and internship experience in local veterinary clinics. Students receive hands-on experience with animals. Program content requires the application of basic math, technical reading, and communications skills.

QUARTER 1 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

VET 101

Veterinary Assisting I

CREDITS 5

AMATH 167G

Veterinary Math

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

VET 102

Veterinary Assisting II

VET 180

Human Relations/Workplace Skills

VET 190

Veterinary Assisting Practicum

QUARTER 2

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

VET 103

Veterinary Assisting III

CREDITS 5

VET 191

Veterinary Assisting Internship

All courses required for a Certificate of Completion are designated as core courses and require achieving a 2.0 or higher (with the exception of any clinical/externship/internship courses, which require a Satisfactory (S) grade), in order to continue.

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WELDING Construction & Building Technology Certificate of Completion: 79 credits

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Associate of Applied Science Degree: 99 credits Associate of Applied Science - Transfer Degree: n/a

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring Quarter

This program is designed to prepare welders for jobs in manufacturing, fabrication, and construction trades. This program is comprehensive. Courses include Blueprint Reading and Layout, Metallurgy for Welders, Applied Mathematics, Shop Safety, and hands-on training in GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, FTAW, OAW, and thermal cutting. The instruction is individualized and previous experience determines a student’s starting point. A student’s motivation and ability to move through the individual objectives will determine completion time. WABO Certification

This program articulates with Tech Prep programs through the South King County Tech Prep Consortium.

QUARTER 1 - FALL START COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

WELD 102*

Oxyacetylene Welding and Thermal Cutting

CREDITS 7

WELD 104*

Introduction to Arc Welding

WELD 105*

Shielded Metal Arc Welding I

WELD 181*

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QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

WELD 106*

Shielded Metal Arc Welding II

WELD 110*

Flux Cored Arc Welding

WELD 130*

Blueprint Reading

WELD 135*

Welding Processes and Application

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

WELD 111*

Gas Metal Arc Welding

WELD 114*

GasTungsten Arc Welding I

WELD 136*

Welding Metallurgy

AMATH 160S*

Related Mathematics/Measurement

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QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

WELD 115*

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II

WELD 170*

Related Communications

QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR & AED

CREDITS 2

WELD 122*

Certification

WELD 191*

Job Search Skills

WELD 138

Certification SMAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 139

Certification FCAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 140

Certification GMAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 141

Certification GTAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 142

Pipe Welding I (optional)

(5)

WELD 143

Pipe Welding II (optional)

(5)

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

WELD 102*

Oxyacetylene Welding and Thermal Cutting

CREDITS

WELD 105*

Shielded Metal Arc Welding I

WELD 130*

Blueprint Reading

WELD 135*

Welding Processes and Application

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

WELD 106*

Shielded Metal Arc Welding II

WELD 110*

Flux Cored Arc Welding

WELD 136*

Welding Metallurgy

AMATH 160S*

Related Mathematics/Measurement

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QUARTER 1 - WINTER START

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

WELD 111*

Gas Metal Arc Welding

WELD 170*

Related Communications

QUARTER 4 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

WELD 104*

Introduction to Arc Welding

WELD 114*

GasTungsten Arc Welding I

WELD 115*

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II

WELD 181*

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QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR & AED

CREDITS 2

WELD 122*

Certification

WELD 138

Certification SMAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 139

Certification FCAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 140

Certification GMAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 141

Certification GTAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 142

Pipe Welding I (optional)

(5)

WELD 143

Pipe Welding II (optional)

(5)

WELD 191*

Job Search Skills

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QUARTER 1 - SPRING START COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

WELD 136*

Welding Metallurgy

CREDITS 3

AMATH 160S*

Related Mathematics/Measurement

WELD 102*

Oxyacetylene Welding and Thermal Cutting

WELD 105*

Shielded Metal Arc Welding I

QUARTER 2 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

WELD 170*

Related Communications

WELD 106*

Shielded Metal Arc Welding II

QUARTER 3 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

CREDITS

WELD 104*

Introduction to Arc Welding

WELD 181*

Human Relations and Student Leadership

WELD 110*

Flux Cored Arc Welding

WELD 111*

Gas Metal Arc Welding

QUARTER 4

222

COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

WELD 130*

Blueprint Reading

WELD 135*

Welding Processes and Application

WELD 114*

GasTungsten Arc Welding I

WELD 115*

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II

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QUARTER 5 COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

INDS 101

First Aid/CPR & AED

CREDITS 2

WELD 122*

Certification

WELD 191*

Job Search Skills

WELD 138

Certification SMAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 139

Certification FCAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 140

Certification GMAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

WELD 141

Certification GTAW (option to WELD 122)

(4)

Pipe Welding I (optional)

(5)

Pipe Welding II (optional)

(5)

WELD 142

WELD 143

COURSE REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE TITLE

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business and Industry

CREDITS 5

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100

Applied Composition OR

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology

This program is comprised of 17 courses of instruction. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to students who earn a 2.0 or higher in each core course with an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher.

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COURSE #

NOW OFFERING BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE

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APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS Numerous apprenticeship programs are affiliated with Renton Technical College. Apprenticeship programs offer the opportunity to “earn while you learn”. Apprentices typically work fulltime in their field, while attending school a few weeks/year or a few nights/week. Most apprenticeships are in the building and construction trades, manufacturing, or maritime navigation. Apprenticeship programs last two to five years, and an apprentice’s wages increase with experience. Some programs–Custodial, Machinists, Saint Gobain Container Company, and Stationary Engineers–are only open to current employees in participating companies. Other programs accept applications from the broader community.

each program has its own coordinator, joint labor-management committee, and selection procedures. Generally, applicants must be at least 17 or 18 years old, have a valid Washington State driver’s license, and go through a selection process which might include a written test, physical test, drug test, and interview. For more information on specific programs, please contact the apprenticeship coordinators listed with each program or go to: www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/pubs/appcat.pdf This link is to the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries, Catalog of Programs and Services. Washington State Registered Apprenticeships Catalog information includes descriptions of each occupation, apprenticeship, entry requirements, and a link to program standards. Renton Technical College offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in Multi-Occupational Trades. This degree is an option for apprentices who have graduated from Renton Technical College in apprenticeship programs of at least 432 classroom hours and 6000 on-the-job training hours in construction and machining trades. For the maritime industry, this degree is an option for apprentices graduating from RTC in apprenticeship programs of at least 811 classroom hours and 3000 on-the-job training hours. For more information on degree

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Although the following apprenticeship programs are affiliated with Renton Technical College,

requirements, refer to the General Education classes in this Catalog or call Student Services at (425) 235-5840.

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ADVISORY COUNCIL Carpenters-Employers Apprenticeship and Training Trust King County Carpenters P. O. Box 2020, Renton, WA 98056-4195 Contact: (425) 235-2465 www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/standards/0128.pdf www.ctww.org

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Carpenters 160 hrs + 4 years Maintenance Carpenters

160 hrs +

4 years

Residential Carpenters

160 hrs +

4 years

Scaffold Erector

160 hrs +

4 years

Seattle Area Heat & Frost Insulators & Allied Workers Apprenticeship Committee Doug Steinmetzer Renton Technical College 3000 NE Fourth Street, Bldg. L, Renton, WA 98056-4195 Contact: (425) 235-7827 www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/standards/0080.pdf Heat and Frost Insulator

160 hrs

5 years

Fire Stop Containment Worker

144 hrs

4 years

Cement Masons & Plasterers Training Trust of Washington Rosie Bernard Renton Technical College 3000 NE Fourth Street, Bldg. E, Renton, WA 98056-4195 Contact: (425) 235-7879 www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/standards/0106.pdf Plasterer 144 hrs + 3.5 years

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Washington State UBC Lathers, Acoustical, Drywall Systems (LADS) Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee Dave Chumney Carpenters Specialty Training Center 20474-72nd Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 Contact: (253) 437-5235 www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/standards/0128.pdf www.ctww.org Acoustical Applicator 160 hrs 3 years Drywall System Installer

160 hrs

3 years

Lather 160 hrs 3 years Residential Drywall Applicator

160 hrs

3 years

Ginger Grant Seattle Machinists #160 9135 15th Place S., Seattle, WA 98108 Contact: (206) 762-7990, ext. 2 www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/standards/0173.pdf www.iam160.com Machinist 144 hrs 4 years Maintenance Machinist 144 hrs 4 years Marine Machinist 144 hrs 3 years Soft Tooler 144 hrs 3 years Tool and Die Maker

144 hrs

5 years

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Seattle Machinists Apprenticeship Committee

Washington State UBC JATC-Millwrights and Pile Drivers Justin McLendon Carpenters Specialty Training Center 20474-72nd Avenue South, Kent, WA 98032 Contact: (253) 437-5235 www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/standards/0128.pdf www.ctww.org Millwright 160 hrs 4 years Pile Driver 160 hrs 4 years

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Seattle Area Pipe Trades Plumbers and Steamfitters Apprenticeship Eric Ercanbrack Seattle Area Pipe Trades Education Center 595 Monster Road S.W., Renton, WA 98055 Contact: (425) 271-5900 www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/standards/0115.pdf www.seattlepipetrades.org Housing Plumber 250 hrs 3 years Serv. Maint. Plumber/Steamfitter

250 hrs

5 years

Marine Pipefitter 250 hrs 3 years Steamfitter 250 hrs 5 years APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

Plumber 250 hrs 5 years

HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic Apprenticeship Dale Wentworth Seattle Area Pipe Trades Education Center 595 Monster Road S.W., Renton, WA 98055 Contact: (425) 271-5900 www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/standards/0115.pdf www.seattlepipetrades.org HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic

250 hrs

5 years

Western Washington Stationary Engineers Apprenticeship and Custodial Apprenticeship Jim Burnson 18 E St. S.W., Auburn, WA 98001 Contact: (253) 351-0184 www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/standards/0227.pdf www.iuoe286.org Facilities Custodial Technician

144 hrs

2 years

Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

144 hrs

4 years

Gardener/Maintenance Specialist

144 hrs

2 years

Stationary Engineer 144 hrs 4 years

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Pacific Maritime Institute Greg Trunnell, Director 1729 Alaskan Way South, Seattle, WA 98134 Contact: (206) 441-2880 www.mates.org Click: The Workboat Mate Program Officer in Charge of Navigational Watch

811 hrs

2 years

Seattle Area Roofers Apprenticeship Committee Gregg Gibeau 2800 First Avenue, Room 321, Seattle, WA 98121-1114 www.lni.wa.gov/TradesLicensing/Apprenticeship/files/standards/0113.pdf Roofer 168 hrs 2 years

Ardagh Group Apprenticeship Jason Noble, Manager Human Resources 5801 E. Marginal Way S., Seattle, WA 98134 Contact: 206.768.6295 Maintenance Mechanic/Repairer

144 hrs +

4 years

Mold Maker 144 hrs + 4 years

Aerospace Joint Apprenticeship Committee

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Contact: (206) 728-2777

Roger Peters 6770 E. Marginal Way S., Bldg. A., Seattle, WA 98108 Contact: (206) 764-5359 www.ajactraining.org Machinist 144 hrs 4 years

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MULTI - OCCUPATIONAL TRADES DEGREE General Occupational Degree Associate of Applied Science Degree This degree is an option for apprentices who have graduated from Renton Technical College in apprenticeship programs of at least 432 classroom hours and 6000 on-the-job training hours in construction and machining trades. For the maritime industry, this degree is an option for apprentices graduating from RTC in apprenticeship programs of at least 811 classroom hours

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and 3000 on-the-job training hours. The following programs are eligible:

Ardagh Group

Officers in Charge of Navigational Watch

Carpenters

Pile Drivers

Fire Stop Containment Workers

Pipefitters

Heat and Frost Insulators

Plumbers

LADS

Plasterers

Machinists

Refrigeration

Millwrights

Stationary Engineers

Requirements Completion of a registered apprenticeship program affiliated with Renton Technical College, including documentation such as apprenticeship completion certificate from the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. Apprentices must have completed at least 25% of their coursework at RTC. Apprentices may begin taking general education coursework before, during, or after their apprenticeship. See a counselor if you have transferable credits from other colleges. MULTI- OCCUPATIONAL TRADES REQUIREMENTS FOR AAS DEGREE COURSE #

COURSE TITLE

AMATH 185

Applied Algebra for Business and Industry

CMST& 101

Introduction to Communication

COMP 100 or

Applied Composition

ENGL& 101

English Composition

PSYC& 100

General Psychology Total

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BASIC STUDIES Basic Studies programs are offered to students who need and want the background skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in college programs and the workplace. Courses include instruction in the basic skills of reading, writing, math, listening and speaking in the contexts students need to achieve educational or career-related goals. Classes are scheduled at convenient times-morning, afternoon, and evening-to meet student needs. Additionally, classes are available in online and hybrid options. Students can improve their basic skills to be successful in technical programs, obtain employment, qualify for job promotions, and improve the quality of their personal lives. Programs include Adult Basic Education (ABE) and English As A Second Language (ESL). A quarterly $25 tuition fee will be charged for enrolling in courses in this section. Basic Studies classes are offered at the following locations: BASIC STUDIES | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

RTC Main Campus WorkSource Renton YouthSource Renton Creston Point Apartments (Renton) Kent Learning Center (Downtown Kent) King County Regional Justice Center (Kent) BirchCreek Apartments (Kent) WorkSource Affiliate Downtown Seattle YWCA Family Village (Issaquah) MultiService Center (Federal Way)

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ADULT BASIC EDUCATION The Adult Basic Education (ABE) program offers adults an opportunity to improve their reading, writing and math skills. With stronger skills in these areas, students are better prepared to enter post-secondary education, advance in employment, be a wise consumer, and meet family responsibilities. Students will receive an initial assessment and then work with the instructor to develop an individualized plan of study according to their personal goals and skill levels. Instruction may include whole-group instruction, small group work, and one-on-one support. Focused instruction will be provided for students who wish to prepare for a high school equivalency examination. A high school equivalency certificate may help pursue additional education, meet eligibility requirements for financial aid, meet requirements for a job or BASIC STUDIES | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

promotion, or achieve personal goals. Bilingual Spanish/English Adult Basic Education courses are also available on campus. Adult learners 21 and over may also pursue a WA State High School Diploma, a competencybased program available through the ABE program. Classes are available in the morning, afternoon, and evening, as well as online. There is a quarterly tuition of $25 per student per quarter.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (ESL) The English as a Second Language (ESL) program offers courses for immigrant and refugee adults who have limited proficiency in English. These classes stress the basic communication skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Improved English skills will enable students to achieve their goals for continuing education, career advancement, and community involvement. Students are assessed at entry and placed in a class consistent with their English level. Classes are offered at Levels 1-6. Classes are available in the morning, afternoon, and evening, as well as online. There is a quarterly tuition of $25 per student per quarter.

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GENERAL EDUCATION General Education courses are an important component of the AAS degree option. Whereas completion of the vocational training requirements demonstrates competency in the area of specialty, completion of the General Educa t ion requirements demonstrates a competence in oral and writ ten communications, computations and human relat ions in the workplace. General Education requirem ents vary for each degree program as described in the degrees section. General Education credits may be transferred to other colleges within guidelines established by the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.

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For the most current course descriptions, see the quarterly Class Schedule or view online at www.RTC.edu College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Testing Students may challenge the following General Education courses by receiving acceptable College Level Examination Program (CLEP) scores:

AMATH 170 Mathematics for the Health Sciences Mathematics for the Health Sciences is an introductory course developed to introduce mathematics concepts related to a variety of fields in the health sciences. The content is designed at the pre-algebra level (MATH 075) to promote student success in mathematics and to develop problem-solving skills. Topics covered include: review of whole number operations, fractions, decimals, percent, ratio and proportion; signed numbers and operations on signed numbers; real numbers; simplifying algebraic expressions; solving linear equations; geometry; introduction to graphs and statistics; measurement systems (metric, apothecary, and household); conversions involving dimensional analysis; dosage calculations, mixture calculations,

Th i s co u r s e cove r s m at h e m at i c s a n d i t s applications in business and industry. Instruction includes coursework in mathematics equivalent to MATH 075, with additional time devoted to studying appropriate applications, which vary based on student needs. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisites: completion of Math 065 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS PreAlgebra score of 40 or greater. AMATH 185 Applied Algebra for Business and Industry This course covers algebra and its applications in a variety of programs. Instruction includes coursework in algebra equivalent to MATH 085, with additional time devoted to studying appropriate applications, which vary based on student needs. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisites: completion of MATH 075

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Biology Chemistry College Mathematics College Algebra English Composition Introduction to Psychology

AMATH 175 Applied Mathematics for Business and Industry

or AMATH 175 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS Pre-Algebra score of 60 or greater.

body surface area and body weight calculations; introductory solution calculations and a variety of health related application problems. Prerequisite: completion of Math 065 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS Pre-Algebra score of 40 or greater.

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AMATH 195 Advanced Applied Algebra This course offers students a higher level of applied algebra utilizing applications in a variety of programs. Instruction includes coursework in intermediate algebra equivalent to MATH 095, with additional time devoted to studying the appropriate applications, which vary based on student needs. This class is taught either in traditional lecture mode or through individually GENERAL. EDU COURSE DESCRIPTIONS | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisites: completion of MATH 085 or AMATH 185 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS Algebra score of 40 or greater. ASL& 121 American Sign Language This course offers instructions in American Sign Language to support communication and social interaction with deaf and hearing-impaired individuals as well as supporting language/ communication in typically developing children. BIOL 105

BIOL& 160 General Biology Students explore the basic biological principles that describe and explain the nature of life. Topics include cell biology, molecular biology (including basic biochemistry and DNA structure and function), metabolism, and genetics. Students practice skills in both the classroom and laboratory through formats such as group exercises, laboratory activities, quizzes and exams. BIOL& 241 Anatomy & Physiology 1 This is the first of two classes designed for students who want to enter professional health care programs. It is a study of gross anatomy and functioning of the human body. Covers body organization, cellular structure and function, fundamentals of chemistry and the physiology, structure and function of all the body systems. Lab includes microscopic tissue studies, dissection, work with ADAM software, and physiology projects related to the system studied. Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL& 160, General Biology, with a 2.0 or higher.

Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology

BIOL& 242 Anatomy & Physiology 2

This course provides students with an introduction

This is the second of two classes designed for

to the basic concepts of anatomy and physiology.

students who want to enter professional health

It includes organization, classification and control

care programs. It is a study of gross anatomy

of anatomical structures and an introduction

and functioning of the human body. Covers body

to the major body systems. The course covers

organization, cellular structure and function,

some medical terminology and introduces some

fundamentals of chemistry and the physiology,

concepts from chemistry and biochemistry. This

structure and function of all the body systems.

course is intended for non-science majors or

Lab includes microscopic tissue studies,

entry-level allied health majors.

dissection, work with ADAM software, and physiology projects related to the system studied. Prerequisite: Completion of BIOL& 241, Anatomy & Physiology 1, with a 2.0 or higher.

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BIOL& 260 Microbiology M i c ro b i o l o g y i s a co m p re h e n s i ve co u r s e introducing classification, structure, and function of microbes. Focus includes disease-causing bacteria, viruses, protozoa, and fungi. The role of these microorganisms in nature, environmental impact, and health applications are covered. Laboratory is an integral component, which includes training on microscope, slide prep,

and nucleic acids. Course is primarily intended for those who are interested in the application of the principles of organic chemistry and biochemistry to related areas of science such as genetics, microbiology, physiology, and nutrition Course learning involves lectures and labs. Prerequisite: CHEM& 121 or instructor permission. CMST& 101 Introduction to Communication In this course students study the fundamentals

and use of various media to select, isolate, and

of the communication process and apply

characterize organisms. Prerequisite: Completion

them to personal and workplace relationships.

of BIOL& 160, General Biology, with a 2.0 or higher.

Emphasis is on applying communication theory to interviewing, small group communications and

CHEM& 121 General Chemistry This introductory course discusses the basic concepts in general and inorganic chemistry. It is designed to prepare students for coursework

public speaking. Students are required to prepare and give oral presentations. CMST& 220 Public Speaking

in health sciences or more advanced scientific

This course in public speaking helps students

coursework by laying the foundation of the most

develop effective speaking skills through

‘elemental’ science – chemistry. Topics covered

understanding the elements involved in effective

range from the nature of atoms to chemical

speech. Students will prepare speeches designed

reactions and include homework, laboratories,

for a variety of purposes. PREREQUISITE: Eligible

exams and group exercises. Prerequisite:

for COMP 100 or instructor’s permission.

Placement in MATH 095 or completion of MATH 085 with a 2.0 or higher. CHEM& 131 Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry Introduction to organic chemistry and biochemistry includes study of the nomenclature, structure, reactions and synthesis of organic compounds and biochemistry applications in nursing field.

COMP 100 Applied Composition This practical writing course assists student with

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aseptic technique transfer/inoculation of bacteria,

academic writing. The class incorporates journal summaries and basic essay formats to help students build on their sentence and paragraph strengths to be successful in college-level writing. This class assists students in moving their writing forward through practice (formerly ENGL 100).

Structure and properties of the major classes of organic compounds with particular reference to organic molecules and their relationship to polymers, such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins,

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ECON& 201

ENGL 075

Microeconomics

Business English

Microeconomic concepts are applied to problems

This course provides students with comprehensive

involving scarcity, choice, competition, and

cove ra g e o f b a s i c E n g l i s h g ra m m a r a n d

cost. Examines the basic Principles and models

mechanics. Students learn the rules of proper

of microeconomics and their application to

punctuation, capitalization, sentence structure

contemporary issues and problems including

and various other elements associated with

production, allocation, supply and demand

successful business correspondence.

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analysis, elasticity, consumer choice, market structures, antitrust and regulation, and public

ENGL 080

microeconomics.

Writing Improvement I

ECON& 202

Learn how to make your writing sizzle by

Macroeconomics

improving your basic sentence structure. This course is designed to help you write a wide

Macroeconomics focuses on the national economy

variety of strong sentences as well as maximize

the determination of the national income level,

your knowledge of grammar basics. Instruction

economic growth and prosperity, government

includes daily writing and use of technology to

spending and taxation, money and banking,

assist writers in improving their writing skills.

analysis of employment, inflation, aggregate output and economic growth, and fiscal and

ENGL 085

monetary policy tools including the intended

Business Communication

and unintended effects of government policies including the effects of both demand-side and

This course is designed to assist students in

supply-side fiscal and monetary policies on the

developing the skills necessary to write effective

economy.

resumes, reports, memos, letters and other business communications. Students will engage

ENGL 075

in writing activities, use document templates and

Business English

forms, and review the basics of oral and written communication in the business world.

This course provides students with comprehensive cove ra g e o f b a s i c E n g l i s h g ra m m a r a n d

ENGL 090

mechanics. Students learn the rules of proper

Writing Improvement II

punctuation, capitalization, sentence structure and various other elements associated with

This writing improvement course helps students

successful business correspondence.

improve their composition skills by concentrating on paragraph construction. Paragraphs provide the foundation necessary for college-level writing. The coursework assists students to move from sentences to paragraphs and prepares them for writing papers and reports.

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ENGL 210

ENGL& 111

Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Literature

Introduction to Literature

This course examines childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s books as part of

An analysis and critical understanding of selected

the imaginative experience of children, as well as a

literature across genres, locales and eras. Themes

part of a larger literary heritage, viewed in light of

include family, faith, good and evil, the individual

their social, psychological, and moral implications.

and society, cultural identity and gender. Students explore elements of plot, theme, setting and character development. Exams and essays based

English Composition

on readings.

This is a college level writing course in which

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students learn to write essays that explain ideas,

Technical Writing

argue for a position, and evaluate information. Students write draft essays based on personal

This course focuses on various aspects of

experience and information gathered from a

professional and technical writing. Students study

variety of resources. Students revise and edit their

user guides, reports, proposals and other forms of

draft essays based on constructive comments

business correspondence in order to successfully

offered by their peers and by their instructor.

write for the workplace. Prerequisite: Completion

Upon successful completion of the course,

of ENGL& 101 with a grade of 2.0 or higher.

students are able to write essays (of at least 1,000 words) demonstrating the conventions of

GEOL& 101

standard written English. Prerequisite: COMPASS

Introduction to Physical Geology

score of 75 or better or completion of ENGL& 100 with a 2.0. Basic computer and keyboarding skills

Examines geologic processes that shape the

strongly recommended.

Earth. Emphasis is placed on understanding the language and methods of science as applied to

ENGL& 102

our changing planet. Students develop critical

Writing From Research

thinking skills and apply them to regional geology. Topics include earthquakes, volcanism, glaciers,

This course helps students develop ideas to guide

rivers, and structure of the Earth. May include field

They learn to use ideas from a large number of

trips. Includes laboratory.

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ENGL& 101

sources as evidence in essays and longer research papers. Prerequisite: completion of ENGL& 101

HIST 110

with a grade of 2.0 or higher.

Survey of U.S .History This survey course examines the creation and evolution of the United States beginning with the histories of pre-contact native peoples and continuing through the present time. Through the exploration of key figures, eras and events, students develop historical thinking skills, draw conclusions from competing and contradictory

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sources, and recognize the role of perspective in

HUM 101

historical documentation.

Human Relations

HIST& 126

Students are introduced to basic human relations

World Civilization I

theory and skills. Focus is on the importance of maintaining positive relationships in a professional

This course examines the development of

and diverse workplace and functioning as an

civilizations from prehistoric through the

effective member of work teams.

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beginning of the middle ages. It emphasizes economic, social and political global perspectives

MATH 065

by studying worldviews and systems of thought.

Fundamentals of Mathematics

Prerequisite: Eligible for COMP 100 or instructorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s permission.

The course covers addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of whole numbers,

HIST& 136

fractions, and decimals, percentages, ratio and

U.S. History I

proportion, estimation, solving applied math problems, introduction to simple interest and

Reviews the significant contributions of the

compound interest. This class is taught either in

Colonial Period, emphasizing political and

traditional lecture mode or through individually

constitutional developments from the American

tailored, interactive computer instruction that

Revolution through the Civil War. Emphasis on

provides the student â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary method of

the Constitution and causes and consequences

learning, with the instructor available to assist

of the Civil War. Includes contributions and

students on an individual basis during the class.

achievements of key political/legal, scientific, cultural and military individuals.

MATH 068 Mathematics Review

HIST& 137 U.S. History II

This course is designed for those students wanting a review in the fundamentals of mathematics.

Covers U.S. development from the Post-Civil

The course reviews addition, subtraction,

War Reconstruction period to the present.

multiplication, and division of whole numbers,

Includes political, social, and economic forces

fractions, and decimals. This course also reviews

affecting the United States during the period

percentages, ratio and proportion, estimation and

of westward movement, industrialization, world

solving applied math problems. For those students

wars, economic growth and world dominance.

that want more review there is additional review of

Covers profound technological developments of

signed numbers, geometry, units of measurement,

the twentieth century in relation to the world of

graphs, statistics (mean, median, mode),variables,

work. Addresses the fall of the Soviet Union and

and solving equations in one variable. The review

the rise of Islam in relation to the U.S. as a global

is taught through individually tailored, interactive

power.

computer instruction with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. A course grade of pass/fail will be assigned. OPEN ENTRY.

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MATH 095

Pre-Algebra

Intermediate Algebra

This course lays the foundation for the study of

This course covers the following topics: review of

algebra. The topics covered include: review of

selected elementary algebra topics; absolute value

whole number operations, fractions, decimals,

equations and inequalities; factoring polynomials;

percent, ratio and proportion; signed numbers

rational expressions; solving rational equations;

and operations on signed numbers; real numbers;

rational exponents and radicals; quadratic

simplifying algebraic expressions; solving linear

equations and complex numbers; functions and

equations; geometry; units of measurement;

their graphs; inverse functions; exponential and

introduction to graphs and statistics. This class

logarithmic functions; properties of logarithms;

is taught either in traditional lecture mode or

solving polynomial , quadratic-form and radical

through individually tailored, interactive computer

equations. This class is taught either in traditional

instruction that provides the student ’s primary

lecture mode or through individually tailored,

method of learning, with the instructor available

interactive computer instruction that provides

to assist students on an individual basis during

the student ’s primary method of learning,

the class period. Prerequisite: completion of Math

with the instructor available to assist students

065 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS

on an individual basis during the class period.

Pre-Algebra score of 40 or greater.

Prerequisites: completion of MATH 085 or AMATH 185 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS

MATH 085

Algebra score of 40 or greater.

Beginning Algebra MATH& 107 This introductory course in algebra covers the

Contemporary Mathematics

following topics: review of selected pre-algebra topics, introduction to set theory and the real

This college level course is provides a mathematical

numbers; algebraic expressions; linear equations

perspective of contemporary issues. The course

in one variable and their applications; linear

is designed for students who do not intend

inequalities; introduction to graphing; systems

to continue in mathematics or science. Topics

of two equations in two unknowns and their

vary but may include areas of finance, statistics,

applications; systems of inequalities; polynomial

data analysis, logic, and applications relevant

operations; factoring polynomials; simplifying

to humanities, social sciences and education.

rational expression; solving quadratic equations

Content emphasis is on problem solving and

by factoring. This class is taught either in

quantitative reasoning. Prerequisite: completion

traditional lecture mode or through individually

of MATH 95 or AMATH 195 with a grade of 2.0

tailored, interactive computer instruction that

or higher, or a COMPASS Algebra score of 60 or

provides the student’s primary method of learning,

greater.

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MATH 075

with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH 075 or AMATH 175 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS Pre-Algebra score of 60 or greater.

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MATH& 141

MATH& 146

Precalculus I

Introduction to Statistics

E l e m e n t a r y f u n c t i o n s , t h e i r g ra p h s a n d

This course is an introduction to statistics and

transformations of their graphs, with applications

how it may be applied in the analysis of numerical

to mathematical modeling. Examples include

data. It includes the following topics: structure of

linear, power, quadratic, polynomial, rational,

data sets, central tendency, dispersion, means,

exponential, logarithmic, composite functions,

standard deviation, correlation, regression,

and inverse functions. Additional topics include

binomial and normal probability distributions,

sequences, series and mathematical induction.

sampling methods, confidence intervals and

This class is taught either in traditional lecture

hypothesis testing. Prerequisites: completion of

mode or through individually tailored, interactive

MATH 95 or AMATH 195 with a 2.0 or higher, or a

computer instruction that provides the student ’s

COMPASS Algebra score of 60 or greater.

primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis

MATH& 148

during the class period. Prerequisite: completion

Business Calculus I

of MATH 95 or AMATH 195 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS Algebra score of 60 or

Introduction to Differential and Integral Calculus

greater.

of elementary functions with emphasis on business applications and its use in optimization.

MATH& 142

This class is taught either in traditional lecture

Precalculus II

mode or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student ’s

Trigonometric and inverse trigonometric

primary method of learning, with the instructor

functions, their graphs and transformations of

available to assist students on an individual basis

their graphs, with applications to mathematical

during the class period. Prerequisite: completion

modeling. Solving trigonometric equations, the

of MATH& 141 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a

derivation and use of trigonometric identities.

COMPASS College Algebra score of 60 or greater.

Polar coordinates, vectors, conic sections, rotation of axes and parametric equations. This

MATH& 151

class is taught either in traditional lecture mode

Calculus I

or through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s

D i f fe re n t i a l c a l c u l u s . Th e d e f i n i t i o n a n d

primary method of learning, with the instructor

interpretation of the derivative, with applications

available to assist students on an individual basis

to mathematical modeling. Derivatives of

during the class period. Prerequisite: completion

algebraic and transcendental functions. This class

of MATH& 141 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a

is taught either in traditional lecture mode or

COMPASS College Algebra score of 60 or greater.

through individually tailored, interactive computer instruction that provides the student’s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisite: completion of MATH& 142 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS

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Trigonometry score of 60 or greater.

of diet on health and disease. Basic principles of chemistry, biology, and physiology are applied to

MATH& 152

the study of nutrition. This course is suggested

Calculus II

for students majoring in nursing or other healthrelated areas.

The definition, interpretation and application of the definite integral. The Fundamental Theorem

PHIL& 101

of Calculus, techniques of integration and definite

Introduction to Philosophy

integrals involving parametrically described Presents well-known problems and concepts in

This class is taught either in traditional lecture

philosophy and introduces students to some of

mode or through individually tailored, interactive

the works of great philosophers. Students develop

computer instruction that provides the student â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

skills in critical thinking and analysis.

primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis

PHYS& 114

during the class period. Prerequisite: completion

General Physics I

of MATH& 151 with a grade of 2.0 or higher. This course is the first in a three quarter sequence MUSC& 105

of algebra-based physics. The course provides

Music Appreciation

an introduction to mechanics, kinematics, energy, and conservation principles. Laboratory

T h i s c o u r s e h e l p s s t u d e n t s d eve l o p a n

investigations, technical writing, problem solving

understanding of the elements and vocabulary

using both physical and mathematical reasoning

of music while deepening their appreciation of

strategies and the scientific method of inquiry

music as a reflection of cultural tradition and

skills will be emphasized. Laboratory included.

innovation. Students gain tools for analysis such

Prerequisite: MATH& 141.

as the historical, political and cultural influences on musical traditions. Class activities include

POLS 150

lectures, written materials, and a variety of

Contemporary World Issues

listening experiences. Topics will include currently relevant issues NUTR& 101

such as the rise of Islamic Fundamentalism and

Human Nutrition

American defense policy, the debate between

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curves. Introduction to differential equations.

free market and socialist economic theories, This course provides students with information

globalization and the role of oil and energy

pertaining to the functions of nutrients in the

technologies, the rise of China and its relations

body and the physiologic processes involved

with other Asian countries and the U.S., the

in digestion and absorption. Topics covered

ongoing crises in Africa, nuclear proliferation and

include anatomy and physiology of digestion and

other weapons of mass destruction. Immigration

absorption; specific utilization of carbohydrates,

and demographics will be covered. The role of the

protein, and fats; and vitamin and mineral

United Nations and international law are examined

supplements. Other topics include factors that

within the framework of evolving ideas about

govern nutrient requirements, and the impact

national sovereignty. This course will maintain

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some flexibility to prioritize emergent issues as

PSYC& 200

the quarter develop.

Developmental Psychology

POLS& 202

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American Government

This course covers the concepts of human life span development in psychology and research from the prenatal stage to end of life experiences. Life span

This course explores the structure and dynamics

development includes socio-emotional, cognitive,

of American national government. The course

and physiological development. Included are the

provides a broad-based introduction to the

influences on human development by such factors

ideas and institutions that have shaped politics

as biology, life experiences, family, and culture.

in the contemporary United States. Special areas

Each individual, although unique follows a process

of focus will include: the Constitution and the

that is affected by primary caregivers, siblings,

debates of the founding era, the institutions of

extended family, teachers, friends, partners,

modern American government, and the political

and events. Emphasis will be on understanding

behavior of the American mass public. The course

human development and the influences of family

will draw inspirationally on documents from

and culture that includes ethnicity, beliefs, family

Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Revolutionary and Civil War periods

structure, traditions, and gender.

as well as on key historical and contemporary Supreme Court opinions, Congressional laws, and

SOC& 101

Presidential policy papers. This course will also

Survey of Sociology

analyze how the dynamics of regional and global forces have impacted on domestic politics and American government, informing the shaping of its attitudes and policies to the rest of the world. PSYC& 100 General Psychology General Psychology surveys the knowledge and methods of the discipline of psychology. Emphasis is placed upon application of psychological knowledge to daily situations, and upon accessing and assessing information from a variety of sources about behavior. Skills in scientific reasoning and critical thinking are developed during this course. Areas of psychology to be included are: research methods, neuroscience, human development, sensation, perception, consciousness, learning,

Sociology is the study of human interaction. Students study modern society and the influences of culture, socialization, inequality and power. Topics include gender, class, race and ethnicity, conflict, and marriage and the family. SPAN& 121 Spanish I This is the first course of a series of classes that teaches the fundamentals of Spanish as a second language. While the course focuses on speaking and verbal comprehension, reading, writing and Hispanic culture are also integral to the class. SPAN& 122 Spanish II

memory, cognitive processes, intelligence,

This is the second course of a series of classes

motivation, emotion, personality, psychological

that teaches the fundamentals of Spanish as a

disorders, psychotherapy, stress and health,

second language. While the course focuses on

and social psychology. Basic computer and

speaking and verbal comprehension, reading,

keyboarding skills strongly recommended.

writing and Hispanic culture are also integral to the class. Prerequisite: SPAN& 121.

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SPAN& 123 Spanish III This is the third course of a series of classes that teaches the fundamentals of Spanish as a second language. While the course focuses on speaking and verbal comprehension, reading, writing and Hispanic culture are also integral to the class. Prerequisite: SPAN& 122.

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ABDY 100

ABDY 106

Introduction to Collision Repair

Color Theory, Application, Tinting, and Blending

The Introduction to Collision Repair course is Hue, value, and chroma, the three dimensions of

fundamental knowledge needed to be successful

color, and how they relate to automotive finish

in the collision repair industry. Subjects include

matches are explained and demonstrated in great

personal safety, vehicle construction materials,

detail. Students witness the effects of different

parts terminology, safety systems, tools,

light sources on various colors and demonstrate

equipment and attachment methods, industry

their matching skills on panels. Training prepares

repair terms, mechanical systems terminology,

students for certification in I-CAR refinish

refinishing, and corrosion protection.

Technician, ProLevel I.

ABDY 101

ABDY 111

Estimating I

HAZMAT, Personal Safety, and Refinish Safety

Students review damage reports and analyze

Students learn the proper and safe use of tools

damage to determine appropriate methods for

commonly used within the auto body industry.

overall repair; develop and document repair plan.

Environmental issues, applicable laws and

Training prepares students for certification in

ordinances and related safety concerns in the

I-CAR Non-Structural Technician, ProLevel I.

workplace are studied. Training prepares students for certification in I-CAR Refinish Technician,

ABDY 102

ProLevel I.

Surface Preparation and Masking ABDY 112 Students learn proper spray gun care by a

Welding for Autobody Repair

combination of classroom lectures, product seminars by paint company representatives, and

Following instruction in the safe use of oxy-

shop demonstrations. Techniques for preparing

acetylene MIG, and TIG welders, students are

various substrates for top coating are explained

taught to weld to industry standards. Training

and demonstrated. Students practice these skills

prepares students for certification in I-CAR

on auto body panels. Training prepares students

Welding Qualification WCS03, WCA03.

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designed to prepare entry-level students with the

for certification in I-CAR Refinish Technician, ProLevel I.

ABDY 113 Autobody Repair Industry Careers

ABDY 105 Paint Application I

Students investigate the various careers offered in the Autobody industry and develop

Students become familiar with the proper, safe

comprehensive job search plans.

and lawful use of topcoat paint products. Sheet metal panels are provided for students to practice spray techniques.

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ABDY 114

ABDY 128

Autobody Construction I

Autobody Structure and Mechanics

Students learn how unibody cars are assembled

Students study basic mechanical principles

and how parts work together to form a strong

such as four-wheel alignment, electrical theory,

unit. Students working in teams disassemble

electrical circuits and DVOM usage.

and re-assemble automobile components. Basic

subjects include steering, suspension systems,

panel adjustment and alignment are explained

brakes, air conditioning, cooling systems, and

and practiced. Other subjects include discussions

trim and hardware. Training prepares students for

of steel unibodys, front and rear rails, floors and

certification in I-CAR Non-Structural Technician,

front structure, A-B-C-D pillars and rocker panels.

ProLevel I.

Other

Training prepares students for certification in

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I-CAR Non-Structural Technician, ProLevel I.

ABDY 129 Shop Management

ABDY 116 Autobody Plastics Repair and Refinishing

Students learn how communications between management and workers affects the operation of

Students are taught how to identify, repair, and

a shop. Students also learn about the operating

refinish plastics and composites used in late

costs in shops, the responsibilities of management

model vehicles. Training prepares students for

and other issues faced by companies which helps

certification in I-CAR Non-Structural Technician,

the employee understand his/her role in making

ProLevel I.

the business successful. Students are taught how to effectively communicate verbally and in writing

ABDY 123

with employers, technicians, and customers.

Straightening Metal ABDY 159 Students determine the extent of direct and

Live Autobody Repair and Refinishing

indirect damage and direction of impact; develop and document a repair plan to straighten and

Following successful completion of previous three

rough-out contours of damaged panels to a

quarters of study, students practice dent removal

suitable condition for body filling or metal

techniques, painting skills, project completion,

finishing using power tools, hand tools, and weld-

design repair, write estimates, complete approved

on pull attachments. Students locate and reduce

project on live work in the shop.

surface irregularities on damaged body panels. Demonstrate hammer and dolly techniques. Heat

ABDY 171

shrink stretched panel areas to proper contour.

Communications for Autobody Repair

Cold shrink stretched panel areas to proper contour. Mix body filler. Apply body filler: shape

S t u d e n t s a re t a u g h t h ow to e f f e c t i ve l y

during curing. Rough sand cured body filler

communicate verbally and in writing with

to contour; and finish sand. Training prepares

students, technicians, and customers.

students for certification in I-CAR Non-Structural Technician, ProLevel I.

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Estimating II

Advanced Surface Preparation and Masking

Following a review of ABDY 101, Estimating I,

Following a review of ABDY 102, Surface

students practice ordering parts and supplies for

Preparation and Masking, using live work, students

live shop projects using the new information in

learn the skills and competencies necessary to

this course.

prepare various substrates for refinishing.

ABDY 232

ABDY 242

Impact Analysis and Repair

Paint Application II

Students perform several different structural

Students are introduced to waterborne and

sectioning techniques on different structural

water based paints. Students mix colors using

members to ICAR and industry standards. Using

a computerized paint mixing system and spray

state-of-the-art frame and unibody straightening

both waterborne and solvent based bottom

benches, students align auto body frames and

and top coats on live work. Personal safety

shells.

and refinish safety are stressed. Other subjects include environmental issues such as liquid and

ABDY 234

solid hazardous waste storage and disposal and

Autobody Construction II

hazardous airborne pollutant reduction. Training prepares students for certification in I-CAR

Using damaged autos, students install and align

Refinish Technician, ProLevel I.

various auto body panels and glass to industry standards.

ABDY 243 Auto Detail

ABDY 235 Door and Quarter Panel Replacement

Following completion of repairs to assigned auto shop projects, students clean and detail various

Students replace an outer door panel and a

automobiles to industry standards. Training

quarter panel on damaged vehicle in the shop.

prepare students for certification in I-CAR Refinish

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Technician, ProLevel I. ABDY 240 Advanced Autobody Repair

ABDY 250 Collision Related Mechanical Repair

Students work hands-on and repair various types of damage on a number of vehicles. Subjects

Using a combination of classroom theory and

include automotive foams, trim and hardware,

shop practice, students examine the effects of

and corrosion protection. Training prepares

collision forces and study the resulting damage

students for certification in I-CAR Non-Structural

to the following mechanical systems: suspension,

Technician, ProLevel I.

air-conditioning, heating, braking, and active and passive restraints.

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ABDY 296

Advanced Live Autobody

Co-op II

Repair and Refinishing Co-operative education experience combines Students repair collision damage on real

classroom instruction with approved industry

jobs practicing the competencies learned in

work experience. Students are supervised and

prerequisite courses.

mentored by experienced industry technicians in local autobody shops. Co-operative education

ABDY 280

prepares students to successfully develop job

Shop Safety and Human Relations

skills and obtain employment in the autobody industry.

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Following a review of the safety practices to be adhered to in the auto body repair industry,

ACCT 105

students learn how to get along with others

Computer Skills

in the workplace and are encouraged to be a professional. Students also work with customers

This course provides students with fundamental

and fill out necessary job related paperwork.

computer skills for office employment through introduction to a broad overview of computer

ABDY 291

concepts and applications. The student learns the

Job Search Skills

components of a computer system and how they function, and is introduced to integrated software

Students are instructed in job search techniques

and the use of computers in word processing

for the autobody repair industry. Instruction

applications. The student develops or strengthens

deals with teamwork and meeting employer

ten-key and touch-typing skills and improves

expectations in a culturally diverse workplace.

speed and accuracy at the keyboard.

ABDY 295

ACCT 110

Co-op I

Introduction to Financial Accounting

Co-operative education experience combines

Practical accounting is taught with a vocational

classroom instruction with approved industry

emphasis on analyzing, classifying, recording,

work experience. Students are supervised and

summarizing and interpreting business

mentored by experienced industry technicians

transactions.

in local autobody shops. Co-operative education prepares students to successfully develop job

ACCT 124

skills and obtain employment in the autobody

Small Business Accounting

industry. This course introduces the student to preprogrammed computer software used to efficiently manage general ledgers, accounts receivable, accounts payable, depreciation, inventory, payroll and financial statements in a small business. Prerequisite: placement into 252

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ACCT 124 or completion of ACCT 110 with a 2.0

invoices; paying invoices; preparing a budget

or higher.

proposal; collecting past due accounts; preparing tax reports for state; and other varieties of

ACCT 132

projects. Prerequisite: placement into ACCT 224

Basic Excel

or completion of ACCT& 201 with a 2.0 or higher.

An introduction to Excel and its application to

ACCT 232

accounting functions; also includes an introduction

Intermediate Excel

to Access. This course is a continuation of ACCT 132, Basic ACCT 160

Excel.

Human Relations in an Accounting Office

and skills in working with Excel and Access.

It expands the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s knowledge

Prerequisite: completion of ACCT 132 and ACCT 132L with a 2.0 or higher.

levels to allow them to function successfully in a professional environment. Emphasis is on human

ACCT 273

relations skills, business leadership, business

Government and Non-Profit Accounting

ethics, office safety and job search skills. Students develop skills in accounting and financial ACCT 179

reporting for not-for-profit organizations and state

Taxation I - Individuals

and local governments. Topics include general and special fund accounting for state and local

This is a fundamental course designed to introduce

governments, hospitals, charities, foundations,

the student to the preparation of federal income

colleges, and universities.

tax returns for individuals. Basic tax Principles relating to gross income, exemptions, standard

ACCT 275

and itemized deductions, tax computation, and

Taxation II â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Business Entities

credits are covered. Income or loss from business and rental activities, tax depreciation using

Income tax Principles related to partnerships,

MACRS, and capital gains and losses are also

limited partnerships, corporations, s-corporations,

covered. Students prepare a series income tax

and limited liability companies are studied.

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Students develop their basic employment skills to

returns both manually and using tax preparation software. Students also explore researching tax

ACCT 277

questions via the internet.

Business Taxes

ACCT 224

Form 940, form 941, state combined income taxes,

Financial Applications

federal and state unemployment taxes, employee and employer FICA will be studied.

Models intended to provide a simulation of selected projects or responsibilities that an accounting staff may experience in the workplace. Models may include such subjects as preparing a payroll; calculating and adjusting entries; entering RTC.edu

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accounting. Prerequisite: placement into ACCT&

Job Search Skills

202 or completion of ACCT& 201 with a 2.0 or higher.

This course covers the basics of looking for a job. It covers identifying and presenting marketable

ACCT& 203

skills, searching for jobs, cover letter and resume

Principles of Accounting III

writing, and interviewing skills. This course will cover basic cost accounting ACCT 294

concepts in addition to emphasis on applying

Cooperative Work Experience

accounting information to support and assist

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decision making. Topics covered include Job Order A required cooperative work experience allows

Costing, Process Costing, Cost Behavior, Cost-

students to receive credit for work experience

Volume-Profit analysis, Budgeting, Performance

appropriate to their training. Through cooperative

Evaluation and Special Business Decisions. This

work experience students have the opportunity

is an advanced accounting course. Successful

to apply learned skills and gain actual on-the-job

completion of in intermediate level accounting

experience while completing their course of study.

course is required.

ACCT& 201

AMATH 160G

Principles of Accounting I

Medical Math

Students develop skills in recording transactions

This course is a comprehensive review of

to specific areas of accounting including: accounts

fundamental math skills including addition,

receivable, inventories, plant and equipment,

subtraction, multiplication and division of whole

asset valuation, notes receivable and notes

numbers, fractions and decimals, calculating

payable. Emphasis is on preparing general journal

ratio, proportion, percent, volume, temperature

entries in accordance with Generally Accepted

and linear measurements as well as calculation

Accounting Principles (GAAP). This course builds

medication dosages using the metric system.

upon the skills learned in ACCT 110, Introduction to Financial Accounting.

AMATH 160J Math for Autobody Repair

ACCT& 202 Principles of Accounting II

Students are taught basic math skills including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication

This course incorporates the basics covered

of whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and

in ACCT 110 and ACCT& 201 and relates them

metrics.

to more complex accounting functions. Topics include forms of business (proprietorships,

AMATH 160R

partnerships, and corporations), internal control,

Culinary Mathematics and Cost Control

debt and equity, bonds, inventories, intangible

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assets, depreciation, statement analysis, and cash

Students have the opportunity to learn how to

flow. This course concentrates on theory and

read financial statements and profit and loss

assumes the student has some background in

statements. In addition, food costing, portioning,

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ratios, menu pricing, yield test percentages,

AMATH 161J

volume percentage requirements for purchasing

Technical Mathematics for Drafting I

and conversion of decimals and fractions are reviewed. Students have the

opportunity to

Students gain instruction in basic mathematic

receive a Food Costing Certification through

principles applicable to the drafting profession.

ManageFirst in this course. Prerequisites: CUL 101,

The course begins with a review of arithmetic

CUL 102, and CUL 103.

operations and progresses through multiplication of fractions and whole numbers, to converting

AMATH 160S

fractions to decimals.

Related Mathematics/ Measurement AMATH 161R Instruction in mathematics includes adding,

Bakery Math

subtracting, multiplying and dividing of whole This course deals with numerical expressions most

calculating dimensions, tolerances, scales,

commonly encountered in the baking industry.

surface areas of materials, weights of materials;

It also emphasizes the application of bakersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

converting measurements from U.S. Customary to

percent, ratios and proportion, temperatures,

Metrics and using geometric formulas. Instruction

formula construction and food costing.

also includes the use of tape measures, framing and combination squares.

AMATH 161V Mathematics for Band Instrument Repair

AMATH 160V Basic Math for Accounting

Students learn how to measure woodwind pads using fractional and metric systems and operate

This course prepares students for the basic math

calipers, micrometers and other measuring tools

skills needed in many entry level positions. It

as they relate to band instrument repair. Students

covers whole numbers, fractions, decimals,

learn business math applications as they relate to

ratio and proportion, percent, signed numbers,

the band instrument service technician.

geometry, units of measurement, graphs, and statistics.

AMATH 162G

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numbers, decimals and fractions as a tool for

Mathematics AMATH 161G Mathematics

This course focuses on basic business mathematics required for financial management,

In this course of study, the student receives an

record keeping, and billing. Students review basic

introduction to basic mathematical procedures

mathematical procedures including addition,

including, but not limited to, whole numbers,

subtraction, multiplication, division, and problem

fractions, decimals, ratios and proportions,

solving.

percentages, combined applications, roman numerals, and problem solving.

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AMATH 166G

Math for Medical Assistants

Applied Mathematics

Math skills are a fundamental component of

A practical application of mathematics as it applies

a healthcare worker’s job description. From

to the Metric System in volume, temperature,

c a l c u l a t i n g d r u g d o s a g e s to co nve r t i n g

weight, and linear measurement, which includes

temperature measurements, math skills are used

measuring with assorted medical/surgical devices

in healthcare on a daily basis. This course is a

as well as accurate calculation and measurement

comprehensive review of fundamental math skills

of drug dosages.

including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole numbers, fractions and decimals,

AMATH 166V

calculating ratio, proportion, and percent as well

Integrated Financial Applications

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as calculating medication dosages using the metric system.

Students improve proficiency applying basic math concepts and critical thinking to business

AMATH 164V

situations using the 10-key calculator, spreadsheet

Introduction to Mathematical Operations

software, and forms Students gain competency in performing business computations that

This course familiarizes the student with basic

include banking transactions, budgets, inventory,

business math operations, with an emphasis on the

commissions, retail sales, cash and trade

ability to complete business application problems

discounts, percentages, financial statements,

that require addition, subtraction, multiplication,

and payroll applications. Students discuss the

division, fractions and percent. Emphasis will be

importance of demonstrating ethical conduct in

placed on integrating these concepts into Excel

financial matters.

2013. Prerequisite for Introduction to Excel. AMATH 167G AMATH 165G

Veterinary Math

Pharmacy Calculations This course covers the necessary concepts This course provides students with practice

involved in mathematics used in veterinary

in mathematic operations such as fractions,

medicine. This includes dosage calculations,

decimals, percent solutions and percent strength,

metric conversions, percentages, ratios, medical

roman numerals, ratio and proportions. Special

terminology, medication categories and medical

emphasis on metric and apothecary applications

abbreviations. Students practice and complete

and symbols, specific gravity, volume in volume,

the registration for “Veterinary Medical Clerk”

weight in volume, weight in weight, size and

requirements.

types of containers, flow rate, allegation method, NDC numbers, and other specialized pharmacy math associated to the practice of pharmacy are covered. Students learn and practice common calculator features.

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AMATH 170

AMATH 171S

Mathematics for the Health Sciences

Industrial Math for Electrical (D-C)

This is an introductory course developed to

The course covers the necessary math required

introduce mathematics concepts related to a

to compute all values of direct current electrical

variety of fields in the health sciences. The content

circuits as related to the appliance field.

is designed at the pre-algebra level (MATH 075) to promote student success in mathematics

AMATH 171V

and to develop problem-solving skills. Topics

Business Math/Calculators

covered include: review of whole number This course presents basic math skills students

and proportion; signed numbers and operations

use in business-related applications. Students

on signed numbers; real numbers; simplifying

gain practical experience using, interpreting and

algebraic expressions; solving linear equations;

calculating figures in everyday business forms

geometry; introduction to graphs and statistics;

such as invoices, reports, and others. Students

measurement systems (metric, apothecary, and

learn 10-key calculator proficiency and numeric

household); conversions involving dimensional

keypad software designed specifically to reinforce

analysis; dosage calculations, mixture calculations,

skills.

body surface area and body weight calculations; introductory solution calculations and a variety of

AMATH 172S

health related application problems. Prerequisite:

Industrial Math for Electrical (A-C)

completion of Math 065 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS Pre-Algebra score of 40 or

This course covers the necessary math required

greater.

to compute all values of alternating current electrical circuits as related to the appliance field.

AMATH 170S

Prerequisite courses are MART 111 and AMATH

Math Refresher

171S.

This is a refresher course of practical mathematics

AMATH 173J

used by individuals working in the industrial and

Survey of Electronics with Mathematics

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operations, fractions, decimals, percent, ratio

commercial maintenance fields. The gas laws, heat load calculations and various common electrical

This course provides a brief introduction

calculations are covered.

to concepts and mathematics related to electronic and digital circuits. It includes such

AMATH 170V

topics as measurement of circuit components,

Applied Math for Accounting

m at h e m at i c a l a n d f u n c t i o n a l a n a l ys i s o f circuit components, series and parallel circuit

This course is a continuation of AMATH 160V,

diagrams and calculations, safety in electronics

Basic Math for Accounting, with extra emphasis

environments, digital concepts, binary numbering

on geometry, units of measurement, graphs, and

systems, and related concepts.

statistics. Prerequisite: placement into AMATH 170V or completion of AMATH 160V with a 2.0 or higher. RTC.edu

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Algebra score of 40 or greater.

Industrial Math for Water Heaters AMATH 175J This course provides the necessary math skills to

Technical Mathematics for Drafting II

determine size, recovery time, and the conversion of gas and electrical to heating and the operating

Topics include descriptive geometry, including

cost.

fold lines, projection lines and point labeling coordinates. Other topics include projecting a

AMATH 174J

plane, true size and shape of a surface and true

Computer Mathematics

length of a line. This course is a continuation of AMATH 161J, Technical Mathematics for Drafting I.

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Mathematics, including fractions, percent, and ratios are reviewed as specific to computer

AMATH 175S

science applications. Algebraic equations, order

Industrial Math for Thermodynamics

of operations, Boolean algebra, base number conversions and computational functions with a

This course provides the skills to calculate

computer are used to solve a variety of practical

pressure and temperature ratios, superheat zones,

problems.

heat loss, refrigerant load requirements and operational cost.

AMATH 174S Industrial Math for Compactors

AMATH 176J Technical Mathematics for Drafting III

This course provides the necessary math skills to determine the size, thread pressures, gear speed

Students learn and apply trigonometric functions

and ratio conversions, and the total operating

including sine, cosine, and tangent to length

costs of compactors.

height and length of sides to solve real life situations. This class is a continuation of AMATH

AMATH 175

175J, Technical Mathematics for Drafting II.

Applied Math for Business and Industry AMATH 176S Th i s co u r s e cove r s m at h e m at i c s a n d i t s

Basic Math for Machining

applications in business and industry. Instruction includes coursework in mathematics equivalent

This introductory course in mathematics utilizes

to MATH 075, with additional time devoted to

fractions, decimals, proportions, volumes, and

studying appropriate applications, which vary

areas as they apply to real- world manufacturing.

based on student needs. This class is taught either

This is a self-paced course in which students

in traditional lecture mode or through individually

practice math skills that are essential to machining

tailored, interactive computer instruction that

and CNC programming.

provides the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary method of learning, with the instructor available to assist students on an individual basis during the class period. Prerequisites: completion of Math 065 with a grade of 2.0 or higher, or a COMPASS Pre258

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AMATH 182

Automotive Mathematics

Beginning Algebra for Accounting

This course prepares students to solve common

This course is a continuation of AMATH 180V,

a u t o m o t i ve re l a t e d p ro b l e m s i n c l u d i n g :

Algebra for the Paraprofessional, with extra

measurement systems, fraction to decimal

emphasis on graphing, linear systems, and

conversions, ratios and proportions, weights

exponents and polynomials. Prerequisite:

and measures, metric/English conversions,

placement into MATH 085 or AMATH 182 or

mechanical, electrical, pressure and vacuum

completion of AMATH 180 or MATH 075 with a

measurements.

2.0 or higher.

AMATH 178J

AMATH 186S

Automotive Mathematics

Algebra for Machine Technology

Students learn to identify and solve common

This is an introductory course in algebra as it is

automotive related mathematics problems

used in manufacturing. The transformation of

including: weights & measures, measurement

algebraic formulae is emphasized. This is a self-

systems, fraction to decimal conversions, ratios,

paced course in which students practice math

proportions, English/metric conversions, brake

skills that are essential to machining and CNC

and transmission hydraulics, steering geometry,

programming.

and mechanical, electrical, pressure and vacuum measurements.

AMATH 187S Geometry for Machine Technology

AMATH 179J Basic Mathematics for Field Surveying

This is an introductory application-based course in plane geometry as it is used in manufacturing.

This course is an introduction to Land Surveying

Axioms and propositions linked to industrial

mathematics. Topics include operations with real

applications are covered. This is a self-paced

numbers, exponents and radicals, operations with

course in which students practice math skills that

algebraic expressions, solution of right triangles,

are essential to machining and CNC programming.

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AMATH 177J

and introduction to vectors. AMATH 188S AMATH 180V

Trigonometry for Machining

Algebra for the Paraprofessional This course emphasizes practical applications This course prepares students for the algebra

of right angle trigonometry using sine, cosine,

needed in many positions in business and

and tangent. This is a self-paced course in which

industry. It includes real numbers, linear equations

students practice math skills that are essential to

and inequalities, factoring, problems solving, and

machining and CNC programming.

rational expressions. Prerequisite: placement into MATH 085 or AMATH 180V, or completion of AMATH 170V or MATH 075 with a 2.0 or higher.

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ANES 100

Intermediate Mathematics for Field Surveying

Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR, AED and Blood borne Pathogens

This course is a continuation of AMATH 179J. Covered topics include solution of equations,

This course covers one and two person, adult,

oblique triangles, area calculations, and analysis

child and infant CPR. Students practice caring for

of linear functions.

a person with foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO), personal barriers techniques and use

AMATH 199J

of Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The

Advanced Mathematics for Field Surveying

course teaches to effectively recognize and

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treat in critical minutes until Emergency Medical This continuation of AMATH 189J includes

Services (EMS) arrive. Topics include: general first

solutions of systems of linear equations, factoring,

aid principles, medical, injury and environmental

fractions, operations with radicals, solving

emergencies, and bloodborne pathogens. This

quadratic equations, and analyzing quadratic

course is approved by OSHA, WISHA (Labor and

functions.

Industries) for healthcare providers. An AHA card will be issued upon the successful completion of a

AMATH 204

written exam and skills evaluation. In addition, the

Basic Mathematics for Land Surveying

mandatory seven hours of HIV/AIDS education for healthcare providers is included.

This course covers exponents and radicals, exponential funtions, systems of linear and

ANES 101

non-liniear equations, matrix algebra, graphs

Introduction to Anesthesia Technology

of trigonometric functions and introduction to statistics.

This course offers an opportunity to gain theoretical knowledge of basic anesthesia

AMATH 205

competencies and the role of the anesthesia care

Intermediate Algebra with

team within the operating room and focuses on

Analytical Geometry

the scope of practice and duties of the Anesthesia Technician The course includes but not is limited

This course covers sequences and series

to: basic airway management, anesthesia

inequalities, conic section, and the concept of

machine daily checkout and troubleshooting,

limits. This course is offered through the Land

basic anesthesia equipment set up, maintenance

Survey Technician professional technical program.

and trouble shooting. Patient care skills include communicating with the patient and safety

AMATH 206

protocols. The student learns the fundamentals of

Special Topics in Mathematics

IV set up and placement, and basic physiological monitoring schema. Students learn the concepts of

This course covers derivatives of algebraic and

assisting the Anesthesiologist in the pre, peri, and

trigonometric functions, applications of the

post operative setting. Students revisit Anatomy

derivative, and partial derivatives.

and Physiology as it applies to anesthesia care. Students learn theoretical topics such as the OR environment including appropriate wear, personal

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protective equipment, and interpersonal skills. The

skills, and ergonomics. The students learn how

course also focuses on policies and procedures

to handle pharmacological materials including

associated with anesthesia technician practice.

drawing up drugs and sharps safety. Students

The student is able to study different types of

learn the principles and rationale of the OR turn

Anesthesia including regional, local general and

over process as well as equipment identification

MAC. Students are able to learn diagnostics and

handling and use. Students are introduced to set

minor maintenance of anesthesia equipment.

up and care of patients undergoing regional and local anesthesia.

ANES 102 ANES 104

and Applications

Anesthesia Technology Lab II

This course provides practical knowledge of

This course offers an opportunity to build on

anesthesia equipment and safety applications.

competencies learned during Anesthesia Lab I

Information will be presented on basic anesthesia

and practice advanced anesthesia competencies

set-up, the anesthesia gas machine function,

including but not limited to: advanced airway

oxygen tank gas cylinder handling, and cell-saver

management, advanced anesthesia machine

set-up, care and general maintenance. The student

troubleshooting, advanced anesthesia equipment

is presented with various fluid warmers, patient

set up maintenance and trouble shooting,

warming devices and physiological monitoring

advanced physiological monitoring, including

applications which they are able to learn using

arterial lines, central and pulmonary artery

hands on approach. Students learn safe practice

lines, and assisting the Anesthesiologist during

and aspects concerned with cleaning and

placement of invasive monitoring as well as

decontamination of various pieces of equipment.

intubation strategies and rapid response to airway crisis management. Students practice set

ANES 103

up and use of emergency airway management

Anesthesia Technology Lab I

devices. Students demonstrate competency with hemodynamic monitoring equipment including

This course offers an opportunity for the

set up, maintenance and troubleshooting.

student to put into practice basic and advanced anesthesia competencies including but not

ANES 105

limited to: basic airway management, anesthesia

Pharmacology I

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Anesthesia Equipment: Principals

machine daily checkout and troubleshooting, basic anesthesia equipment set up maintenance

The learner will analyze the principles of

and trouble shooting. Patient care skills including

anesthesia administration. Students compare

positioning and communication IV set up and

and contrast methods agents, and techniques

placement, placement and troubleshooting

of anesthesia administration and preparation.

basic physiological monitoring, assisting the

Students calculate medications, conversions and

Anesthesiologist; intubation strategies and

dosages. Prepare and manage medications in the

rapid response to airway crisis management.

care of the surgical patient.

Students practice topics such as working in the OR environment including appropriate wear, personal protective equipment; interpersonal RTC.edu

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relevant procedure tests and diagnostic terms in

Pharmacology II

medical language .Students are asked to develop rationale and to use medical terminology routinely

This course offers an opportunity to learn and

in the classroom. The course reinforces commonly

apply basic and advanced pharmacology with

used acronyms and abbreviations that will be part

particular relevance to Anesthesia in the operating

of the daily language within their profession.

room. The course describes pharmacological sources and development. The course introduces

ANES 109

families and classifications of drugs with emphasis

Microbiology

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on treatment of the surgical patient. Students

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learn crisis management for cardiac arrest and

In this course the learner will correlate the impact

malignant hyperthermia, including reactive

of microbiology in relationship to the practice

scenario training. Students are introduced to

of sterile technique and infection control in the

pharmacology math. Students are shown how to

operative setting in regards to decontamination,

manage drugs in the OR including preoperative

sterilization and disinfection. The learner will

and perioperative situations, handling, labeling,

identify the name and function of various parts

and storage protocols. Students will be able to

of the compound microscope. The learner will

gain insight into different anesthesia techniques

also compare and contrast the structure and

including general, local and regional anesthesia.

characteristics of different microorganisms. The

Students will be able to gain knowledge of medical

student will also analyze the various immune

terminology with regard to pharmacology.

responses that occur in the body as defenses and relate the infectious process to surgical practice

ANES 107

decontamination, sterilization and disinfection.

Law and Ethics of Healthcare ANES 110 This course provides an overview of the legal and

EKG Analysis

ethical aspects of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health care environment. Rights and responsibilities of patients, health care

A practical knowledge of electrocardiography

providers, and professional liability as it relates

monitoring equipment and lead placement.

to negligence and malpractice. Confidentiality,

M o n i to r i n g n o r m a l c a rd i a c r hy t h m s a n d

public duties of health care providers, and scope

understanding cardiac dysrhythmias and their

of practice.

impact on patient care and planning is stressed.

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ANES 111

Medical Terminology

Patient Care Skills

This course offers an opportunity to learn and

apply basic and advanced medical terminology

apply skills associated with high quality patient

with particular relevance to the Operating Room.

care within the perioperative environment. Record

The course introduces the learner to the structure

Keeping documentation and interpersonal skills

of medical language, word building skills and

are combined with safety procedures and policies

deconstructive analysis of medical terms. The

in a holistic approach to patient care. The course

course describes the body systems including

includes quality assurance and risk management.

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ANES 191

Operating Room Environment:

Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practicum I

The purpose of this course is to introduce the

Students experience practical applications of

principles of the health care facility, which includes

their knowledge and skills by application of

the perioperative environment, facility department

clinical skills and work ethic during the anesthesia

functions and health care administration. The

technician clinical rotation. Students practice

student will become familiar with operating room

job search skills for an entry-level position as an

design, team approach to the surgical patient,

anesthesia technician.

staffing roles and environmental hazards such as ANES 192

risks.

Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practicum II

ANES 171

Students experience practical applications of

Communications

their knowledge and skills by application of clinical skills and work ethic during the anesthesia

This course offers an opportunity to learn

technician clinical rotation. Students practice

and apply, in daily life, practical principles of

job search skills for an entry-level position as an

interpersonal communication. Emphasis is placed

anesthesia technician.

on psychological, social, cultural, and linguistic factors, which affect person-to-person interaction.

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This course is designed to help students improve

Anesthesia Technology Clinical Practicum III

their communication in both personal and professional contexts. Attention is given to human

Students experience practical applications of

perceptions, interpersonal dynamics, listening,

their knowledge and skills by application of

and verbal and visual symbols.

clinical skills and work ethic during the anesthesia technician clinical rotation. Students practice

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job search skills for an entry-level position as an

Human Relations

anesthesia technician.

Identifying and understanding interpersonal

ANES 194

relationships skills related to patients and providers

Preparation for Certification

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technical risks, chemical risks and musculoskeletal

of healthcare is addressed. Communication techniques, active listening, paraphrasing, and

The student revisits and reviews the core concepts

reflection are covered as well as trust, empathy,

of the Anesthesia Technician course. Emphasis is

professional credibility, and accountability. Job

placed on preparation and strategies for success

search skills and resume writing along with

in the national certification exam. Students will be

interview technique and practice are also covered.

able to participate in mock exams and consider relevant content and concepts. Students will work to prepare study and revision guides.

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AOM 101

AOM 116

Principles Of Operation Management

Applied Computer Applications

The achievement of organizational objectives

Application software suites are an important

through people and other resources is the main

business tool. In this course, students will create,

emphasis of this course. Using a focus on Quality

format, and edit reports containing pictures,

tools along with human and technical resources

charts, and graphs. This report will be the basis for

combined in a way to achieve the organizationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

an executive-level presentation using presentation

goals will be thoroughly explored.

software and a mailing using mail-merge tools.

AOM 111

AOM 117

Introduction To Business

Concept to Commercialization

Students learn the foundations of the

Students will work with assigned groups to

contemporary world of business. The free

come up with a concept, create a prototype, and

enterprise system, types of business ownership,

present their concept for evaluation by a group of

marketing, financing, TQM and ethics and social

business professionals.

responsibilities of business are some of the topics covered in this course.

AOM 118 Small Business Marketing

AOM 112 Business Law

Students learn the fundamentals of marketing, from feasibility studies to creating a marketing

This course presents a practical coverage of

plan. Coursework focuses on differences between

commercial law students need to understand

marketing for products and services, maintaining

for transactions and issues in our dynamic world

customer relationships, and principles of selling.

marketplace. Relevant topics such as contracts, property, agency, employer/employee relations,

AOM 119

insurance, wills and trusts are emphasized through

Financing a Small Business

a combination of lecture/discussion, selected case studies and exercises.

Where do start-ups find money? How can an entrepreneur protect personal assets while

AOM 115

starting their business? Students explore where to

Marketing Through Customer Service

find seed money and how to manage their existing funds through interactive business simulations,

This course lets students explore customer service

lectures, and other learning opportunities.

as a competitive advantage in business and personal career development. Students learn to

AOM 120

identify customer needs, solve problems, handle

Planning for Small Business

conflict, and exceed customer expectations. They link these concepts to marketing principles.

Putting business plans on paper is a key step in creating a successful business. In this course, students use the plans developed in AOM 118 and

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AOM 119 to complete their business plan. They

AOM 291

have the opportunity to present their plans to

Office Management Job Search

business professionals. This course prepares students for job development AOM 121

through an emphasis on interviewing techniques

Office Accounting

and writing an effective resume. Students engage in job information research and use available

Students learn the fundamentals in the accounting

sources to secure employment.

cycle. Focus is on general journal accounting, r e c o r d i n g a n d c l a s s i f y i n g t ra n s a c t i o n s ,

AOM 294

journalizing, and preparing financial statements

Cooperative Work Experience

for managementâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s consideration and evaluation. A cooperative work experience option may be available to qualified, approved students, allowing

Applied Office Accounting

them to receive credit for work experience appropriate to their training. Through cooperative

Beginning with the concepts from Office

work experience students have the opportunity

Accounting, students use accounting software to

to apply learned skills and gain actual on-the-job

record transactions, create reports, and interpret

experience while completing their course of study.

information. APP 101 AOM 151

Introduction to Windows I

Principles Of Supervision This one-credit module prepares students to use This course gives students a foundation in

computers applications in the classroom and

practical supervision. Students will analyze many

in the workplace by giving a solid foundation

problems confronting supervisors that reflect our

in the knowledge and skills needed to work in

changing work environment. Practical resolutions

the Windows environment. Basic concepts and

and strategies for the way we work with/for

programs used in windows are covered. Effective

employees and employers are emphasized.

use of Windows assists students in using all

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AOM 122

Windows-based applications. AOM 185 Human Relations in the Office

APP 102 Introduction to Windows II

This course is designed to complement HUM 101 by providing students with an understanding of

This one-credit module prepares students to use

human behavior and various leadership styles

computers applications in the classroom and

within an office setting. Emphasis is on the

in the workplace by building on the foundation

psychological and social pressures that people

and learning to utilize more advanced features

experience when they interact with each other in

in Windows as they customize the Windows

the business environment.

environment with the Control Panel, learn to maintain a computer, and explore exchanging mail and news. Effective use of Windows assists

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students in using all Windows-based applications.

APP 111 Outlook II

APP 105 Introduction to Keyboarding

This one-credit module offers a case-based, problem-solving approach to the more advanced

This one-credit module prepares students to use

features of Outlook including integration

computers in the classroom and in the workplace

with other Microsoft Office applications and

by learning the keyboard by touch and then

customizing Outlook. Real-World case scenarios

developing keyboarding skills through continuous,

that encourage problem solving are used to

focused practice at a computer keyboard.

simulate activities that may be encountered in the classroom or workplace.

APP 106

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Keyboarding Skillbuilding I

APP 115 Word I

This one-credit module prepares students to use computers in the classroom and in the workplace

This one-credit module prepares students to

by developing existing keyboarding skills through

word process documents in the classroom and in

extensive, focused practice at a computer

the workplace. Students create, edit and format

keyboard. Speed with accuracy is emphasized

documents for use in the classroom and in the

and applied to standard business documents.

business environment utilizing a major word processing package.

APP 107 Keyboarding Skillbuilding II

APP 116 Word II

This one-credit module prepares students to use computers in the classroom and in the workplace

This one-credit module prepares students to

by improving existing keyboarding skills through

utilize more advanced word processing features

extensive, focused practice at a computer

to increase the functionality of their documents.

keyboard. Speed with accuracy is emphasized

Students learn to utilize more advanced features

and applied to standard business documents.

of the word processing software to create and format tables, and work with graphics and

APP 110

mail merge documents utilizing a major word

Outlook I

processing package.

This one-credit module offers a case-based,

APP 117

problem-solving approach to the basics of

Word III

utilizing Outlook including email, contacts and tasks and schedules. Real-World case scenarios

This four-credit course prepares students to learn

that encourage problem solving are used to

the most important topics of Microsoft Office

simulate activities that may be encountered in the

Word and to utilize more and more advanced

classroom or workplace.

features of the program. Topics include styles and templates, multipage documents, references, integration with other programs, advanced

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graphics, forms, collaborating, and customizing

APP 125

Word. This course will be beneficial to individuals

Access I

preparing for industry standard MCAS certification. Prerequisites: APP 115 and APP 116.

This one-credit module prepares students to use a database application in the classroom and in the

APP 120

workplace. Students create tables, queries and

Excel I

forms as well as reports for use in the classroom and in the business environment utilizing a major

This one-credit module prepares students to

database management software package.

use a spreadsheet application in the classroom and in the workplace. Students build, edit and

APP 126

format spreadsheets and create charts for use in

Access II

the classroom and in the business environment This one-credit module prepares students to utilize more advanced database features to APP 121

increase the functionality of their documents.

Excel II

Students learn to utilize more advanced features such as modifying the structure, multiple table

This one-credit module prepares students to

queries as well as creating forms with sub forms

utilize more advanced spreadsheet features to

utilizing a major database management software

increase the functionality of their documents.

package.

Students learn to utilize more advanced features of the spreadsheet processing package such as

APP 127

working with formulas and functions, creating

Access III

macros, and preparing worksheets for the web utilizing a major spreadsheet processing package.

This four-credit course prepares students to learn the most important topics of Microsoft Office

APP 122

Access. The lessons get more and more advanced,

Excel III

covering how to create macros, create modules that store VBA, and manage a database. This

This four-credit course prepares students to learn

course will be beneficial to individuals preparing

the most important topics of Microsoft Office

for industry standard MCAS certification.

Excel. The lessons get more and more advanced,

Prerequisites: APP 125 and APP 126.

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utilizing a major spreadsheet processing package.

covering how to exchange data with other programs, how to incorporate Web information,

APP 130

and programming with Excel. This course will be

HTML Design I

beneficial to individuals preparing for industry standard MCAS certification. Prerequisites: APP

This one-credit module offers a quick, visual, step-

120 and APP 121.

by-step approach to creating and formatting Web pages using HTML. Real-World case scenarios that encourage problem solving are used to simulate activities that may be encountered when using HTML to create or update Web pages.

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APP 131

APP 141

HTML Design II

Using the Internet II

This one-credit module offers a quick, visual,

This one-credit module prepares students to

step-by-step approach to adding graphics and

utilize more advanced features of the Internet to

multimedia to Web pages using HTML. Real-

access a variety of Internet resources available

World case scenarios that encourage problem

to business today. More advanced concepts and

solving are used to simulate activities that may

programs are utilized including using Web based

be encountered when using HTML to create or

tools, advanced email, downloading programs,

update Web pages.

and increasing Web browser capabilities and security.

APP 135

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Data Entry I

APP 145 PowerPoint I

This one-credit module prepares students to develop keyboarding skills through extensive

This one-credit module prepares students to

keyboarding of alpha-numeric and keypad data.

utilize a presentation application in the classroom

This course increases familiarity with actual

and in the workplace. Students create, modify, and

business data entry applications to increase

enhance a presentation for use in the classroom

studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; knowledge of the importance of fast,

and in the business environment utilizing a major

accurate data entry in business today.

presentation software package.

APP 136

APP 146

Data Entry II

PowerPoint II

This one-credit module continues to develop

This one-credit module prepares students to

keyboarding skills with speed and accuracy

utilize more advanced presentation features to

through extensive keyboarding of alpha-

increase the functionality of their presentations.

numeric and keypad data. Speed with accuracy

Students learn to utilize more advanced features

is emphasized and applied to standard business

such as customizing the presentation, enhancing

documents.

charts, and embedding and linking objects in the presentation utilizing a major presentation

APP 140

software package.

Using the Internet I APP 150 This one-credit module prepares students to

Publisher I

navigate the World Wide Web to access a variety of Internet resources available to business today.

This one-credit module prepares students to

Basic concepts and programs used on the Internet

utilize a publishing application in the classroom

will be utilized including email, searching the Web,

and in the workplace. Students create ads, flyers,

and gathering information from the Web.

tables and postcards for use in the classroom and in the business environment utilizing a major desktop publishing package.

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APP 150

and color effects, working with special effects

Publisher I

and blending modes and exploring productivity techniques. Prerequisite: APP 170.

This one-credit module prepares students to utilize a publishing application in the classroom

APP 175

and in the workplace. Students create ads, flyers,

Dreamweaver I

tables and postcards for use in the classroom and in the business environment utilizing a major

This one-credit module prepares students to

desktop publishing package.

utilize the basic features of current web design software such as Dreamweaver. No prior computer

APP 151

experience is assumed. Topics covered include

Publisher II

how to create a web site and develop a web page. In addition, students will learn about formatting text and using and managing images.

utilize more advanced publishing features to increase the functionality of their presentations.

APP 176

Students learn to utilize more advanced features

Dreamweaver II

while creating brochures, newsletters, booklets and form letters utilizing a major desktop

This one-credit module prepares students to

publishing package.

utilize the more advanced features of web design software such as Dreamweaver. Topics covered

APP 170

include creating links and navigation bars. The

Photoshop I

course will explore other topics as well, such as using CSS to lay out pages and positioning

This one-credit module prepares students to

objects with HTML tables. Prerequisite: APP 175.

utilize current digital imaging software such as Photoshop in the classroom and in the workplace.

APP 180

Students learn through a series of hands-on

Beginning Skill Development

projects that build a growing knowledge of the basic software features, such as selecting

This five-credit course is designed to allow

pixels and working with layers, using selection

students to work independently in the lab on

techniques, working with brushes and color

the skills needed to successfully complete all of

effects.

the beginning courses offered in the Computer

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This one-credit module prepares students to

Applications program. APP 171 Photoshop II

APP 184 Advanced Skill Development

This one-credit module prepares students to utilize the more advanced features of current

This five-credit course is designed to allow

digital imaging software such as Photoshop in

students to work independently in the lab on any

the classroom and in the workplace. Through a

of the advanced skills necessary to successfully

series of hands-on projects students learn more

complete the Computer Applications program.

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APP 186

APPL 102

Skill Development

Intro to Windows II Skill

This course is designed to allow students to

This two-credit course allows students to gain

increase their skill level as well as giving them

additional knowledge and understanding of basic

time to work independently in the lab on any

Windows concepts and features. Students will be

of the advanced skills necessary to successfully

able to further explore any function or feature

complete the Computer Applications Advanced

necessary to better understand basic Windows

program option.

features.

APP 191

APPL 110

Job Search Skills

Outlook Skills

This course is designed to teach students effective

This two-credit course allows students to gain

techniques to find employment. Students receive

additional knowledge and understanding of the

instruction on locating openings, evaluating

basics of utilizing Outlook e-mail, contacts, tasks

companies, writing resumes and application

and schedules. Students will be able to further

letters, arranging for interviews, and presenting

explore the functions and features necessary to

oneself effectively at interviews.

better understand Outlook.

APP 192

APPL 111

Cooperative Work Experience

Outlook II Skills

Students may participate in a cooperative

This two-credit course allows students to

education option allowing them to receive credit

gain additional knowledge and understanding

for on-the-job work experience appropriate to

of integration of Outlook with other Office

their computer training. Through cooperative

applications, customizing Outlook and using

work experience, students have the opportunity

Outlook with the Internet. Students will be able

to apply learned skills and gain actual on-the-job

to further explore the functions and features

experience while completing their course of study.

necessary to better understand Outlook.

APPL 101

APPL 125

Intro to Windows I Skills

Access I Skills

This two-credit course allows students to gain

additional knowledge and understanding of basic

additional knowledge and understanding of

Windows concepts and features. Students will be

the skills of creating tables, queries, forms, and

able to further explore any function or feature

reports. Students will be able to further explore

necessary to better understand basic Windows

the functions and features necessary to better

features.

understand Access.

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APPL 126

APPL 146

Access II Skills

Powerpoint II Skills

This two-credit course allows students to

This two-credit course allows students to gain

gain additional knowledge and understanding

additional knowledge and understanding of

customizing tables and pages as well as creating

more advanced features such as customizing the

forms with sub-forms. Students will be able

presentation, enhancing charts, and embedding

to further explore the functions and features

and linking objects in the presentation. Students

necessary to better understand Access.

will be able to further explore the functions and features necessary to better.

APPL 140 Internet I Skills

APPL 150 Publisher I Skills

additional knowledge and understanding of

This two-credit course allows students to gain

navigating the World Wide Web, emailing,

additional knowledge and understanding of

searching the Web and gathering information

how to create publications, format text, insert

from the Web. Students will be able to further

graphics, and performing other basic-level

explore the functions and features necessary to

Publisher tasks. Students will be able to further

better understand the Internet.

explore the functions and features necessary to better understand Publisher.

APPL 141 Internet II Skills

APPL 151 Publisher II Skills

This two-credit course allows students to gain additional knowledge and understanding of using

This two-credit course allows students to gain

Web-based tools, advanced email, downloading

additional knowledge and understanding of how

programs and increasing browser capabilities and

to create newsletters, design Websites, set up mail

security. Students will be able to further explore

merges, and performing other advanced-level

the functions and features necessary to better

tasks in Publisher. Students will be able to further

understand using the Internet.

explore the functions and features necessary to

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This two-credit course allows students to gain

better understand Publisher. APPL 145 Powerpoint I Skills

APPL 170 Photoshop I Skills

This two-credit course allows students to gain additional knowledge and understanding of

This two-credit course allows students to gain

creating, modifying, and formatting presentations.

additional knowledge and understanding of

Students will be able to further explore the

beginning skills in Photoshop such as selecting

functions and features necessary to better

pixels and working with layers, using selection

understand PowerPoint.

techniques, working with brushes and color effects. Students will be able to further explore the functions and features necessary to better

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understand Photoshop.

service (oil change, transmission and cooling system service) diagnostic procedures, and

APPL 171

basic mechanical adjustments. Prerequisites:

Photoshop II Skills

Concurrent enrollment in AUTC 101 or Articulated MLR program.

This two-credit course allows students to gain additional knowledge and understanding of

AUTC 117

working with brushes and color effects, working

Electrical Systems

with special effects and blending modes and exploring productivity techniques. Students will be

Students learn electrical/electronic theory,

able to further explore the functions and features

application, diagnosis and repair based on NATEF

necessary to better understand Photoshop.

competencies through web-based, classroom,

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and hands-on lab instruction. Topics include: AUTC 101

batteries, starting systems, charging systems,

Safety/Environmental Issues

lighting systems, accessories (gauges, warning devices, driver information systems, horns, and

Students learn proper safety procedures in

wipers), schematic diagrams, and the use of

an automotive shop environment to protect

testing equipment. Concurrent enrollment in

themselves, their co-workers, their customers

AUTC101and AUTC 112.

and the environment through web-based, classroom, and hands-on lab instruction.

AUTC 118

Students are introduced to information literacy

Brakes

and the proper use of library resources and the Internet. Topics include: personal safety, proper

Students learn brake and anti-lock system theory,

use of shop equipment and tools, identification,

application, diagnosis and repair based on NATEF

handling, storage and disposal of hazardous

competencies through web-based, classroom,

automotive waste, worker â&#x20AC;&#x153;Right to Knowâ&#x20AC;? hazard

and hands-on lab instruction in a live work

communication, and the use and procurement of

environment. Topics include: hydraulic systems,

Material Safety Data Sheets.

drum brakes, disc brakes, power assist, wheel bearings, parking brakes, electrical systems,

AUTC 112

anti-lock brakes and traction control systems.

Maintenance and Light Repair

Students prepare for ASE Certification test A-5. Prerequisites: AUTC 101, AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

S t u d e n t s l e a r n f u n d a m e n t a l a u to m o t i ve shop operations and repair based on NATEF

AUTC 124

competencies through web-based, classroom,

Heating and Air Conditioning

and hands-on lab instruction. Topics include:

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vehicle identification, the use of service

Students learn heating and air conditioning

information (publications, electronic media, and

system theory, application, diagnosis and repair

web-based), care of customer vehicles, handling

based on NATEF competencies through web-

repair orders, procuring parts, proper use of

based, classroom and hands-on lab instruction

hand tools, measuring devices, and fastener

in a live work environment. Topics include:

applications. Students learn basic automotive

refrigeration systems, heating systems, ventilation

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systems, engine cooling systems, operational

AUTC 191

controls, and refrigerant recovery, recycling and

Internship I

handling. Students perform refrigerant recovery and recycling per EPA regulations and prepare for

The student will be working in a Renton

EPA recycling certification. Students prepare for

Technical College approved automotive repair

ASE Certification A-6. Prerequisites: AUTC 101,

facility performing the duties assigned by the

AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

management and/or mentoring technician for a minimum of eight (8) hours per day for 55

AUTC 132

days during a Renton Technical College quarter.

Steering and Suspension

Student should demonstrate abilities in shop safety, pollution prevention, and shop procedures to NATEF and industry standards, and be

theory, application, diagnosis and repair based

prepared for duties in Maintenance and Light

on NATEF competencies through web-based,

Repair, Electrical Systems 1, Brakes, and Steering

classroom and hands-on lab instruction in a

and Suspension to NATEF and industry standards.

live work environment. Topics include: steering

Pre-requisites: AUTC 101, AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

systems, suspension systems, wheel alignment, wheels, and tires. Students prepare for ASE

AUTC 204

Certification test A-4. Pre-requisite: AUTC 101,

Automatic Transmissions/Transaxle

AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

and Customer Relations

AUTC 171

Students learn automatic transmission/transaxle

Written Communications

system theory, application, diagnosis and repair based on NATEF competencies through web-

Students learn the writing skills necessary in

based, classroom and hands-on lab instruction

an automotive service environment including:

in a live work environment. Topics include:

describing repairs, repair procedures and repair

maintenance and adjustment, in-vehicle repairs,

suggestions on a repair order, developing a written

and off-vehicle repairs. Students prepare for ASE

repair estimate, requesting parts, timekeeping,

Certification test A-2. Together with this course,

the use of electronic data systems, completing job

the students will learn the skills to effectively

application, and preparing a resume.

handle interactions with customers and co-

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Students learn steering and suspension system

workers within a shop environment. Prerequisites: AUTC 180

AUTC 101, AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

Human Relations/Customer Relations AUTC 216 Students learn to interview customers, determine

Engine Performance and

needed automotive repairs, and prepare a

Repair Communications

complete repair order with clear terms and descriptions of needed repairs/services. Conflict

Students learn engine performance theory,

resolution, employer/employee relationships,

application, and diagnosis of ignition, fuel,

sexual harassment, and other workplace issues

emissions and on-board diagnostic computer

are covered.

systems based on NATEF competencies through we b - b a s e d , c l a ss ro o m a n d h a n d s - o n l a b

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instruction in a live work environment. Topics

and repair, engine block diagnosis and repair,

include: engine diagnosis, computerized engine

lubrication systems, cooling systems, and timing

controls, ignition systems, fuel systems, air

components. The students also learn to perform

induction and exhaust systems, emissions controls

computations related to engine displacement,

and related systems. Included in this course are

horse power, torque, firing angle, and cam

the communications competencies for writing

geometry. Students prepare for ASE Certification

repair reports and presenting pricing and repair

test A-1. Prerequisite: AUTC 101, AUTC 112, AUTC

options. Students prepare for ASE Certification

117.

test A-8. Prerequisite: AUTC 101, AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

AUTC 233 Manual Drive Train and Axles

AUTC 226

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Advanced Electronics

Students learn manual transmission and drive train system theory, application, diagnosis and repair

Students learn advanced automotive electronics

based on NATEF competencies through web-

theory, application, diagnosis and repair based

based, classroom and hands-on lab instruction in

on NATEF competencies through web-based,

a live work environment. Topics include: clutches,

classroom and hands-on lab instruction in a live

manual transmission/transaxles, drive shafts,

work environment. Topics include: electrical

constant velocity joints, differentials, and four

system diagnosis, battery diagnosis and service,

wheel/all-wheel drive systems. Students prepare

starting system diagnosis and repair, charging

for ASE Certification test A-3. Prerequisites: AUTC

system diagnosis and repair, lighting systems

101, AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

diagnosis and repair, driver information systems, horns, wiper/washer systems, accessories (locks/

AUTC 281

keyless entry, power windows, cruise control,

Emission Certification

airbags, anti-theft). Advanced concepts include: computerized control systems, sensor operation

Students learn engine performance theory,

and diagnosis, actuator operation and diagnosis,

application, and diagnosis of ignition, fuel,

the use of scan tools, lab scopes, and on-board

emissions and on-board diagnostic computer

diagnostic systems. Students prepare for ASE

syste m s b a s e d o n N AT E F co m p e te n c i e s

Certification test A-6. Prerequisites: AUTC 101,

through web-based, classroom and hands-

AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

on lab instruction in a live work environment. Topics include: engine diagnosis, computerized

AUTC 228

engine controls, ignition systems, fuel systems,

Engine Repair and Shop Computations

air induction and exhaust systems, emissions controls and related systems. Students prepare

Students learn engine theory, operation,

for ASE Certification test A-8. Prerequisites: AUTC

application, diagnosis, disassembly, inspection,

101, AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

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on the cause and effects of proper baking

Internship II

methodologies, temperature and times will be reviewed. This station covers safety procedures

The student will be working in a Renton

associated with operating a bakery proofbox and

Technical College approved automotive repair

ovens.

facility performing the duties assigned by the management and/or mentoring technician for

BAK 102

a minimum of eight (8) hours per day for 55

Ovens II

days during a Renton Technical College quarter. In this advanced oven station the student has

safety, pollution prevention, and shop procedures

the opportunity to show progressive skill and

to NATEF and industry standards, and be

understanding of the chemical and physical

prepared for duties in Maintenance and Light

changes that occur to products in the baking

Repair, Electrical. Systems 1, Brakes, Steering and

process. The student is responsible for the

Suspension, and other competencies completed

management of the ovens, ensuring that there

by the student to NATEF and industry standards.

is space at the right temperature for the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Pre-requisites: AUTC 101, AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

production.

AUTC 294

BAK 103

Summer Internship

Doughnuts

The student will be working in a Renton

Students develop skills needed to produce a

Technical College approved automotive repair

variety of doughnuts: yeast-raised, soft dough,

facility performing the duties assigned by the

crullers and cake doughnuts. Fillings, glazes and

management and/or mentoring technician for

toppings are produced and a variety of finishing

a minimum of eight (8) hours per day for 27

techniques are used. Organization, timing, speed,

days during a Renton Technical College Summer

safety and cleanliness are important factors on

quarter. Student should demonstrate abilities

this station. Fryer safety and a cost analysis of

in shop safety, pollution prevention, and shop

doughnut production is a necessary component

procedures to NATEF and industry standards, and

of this station.

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Student should demonstrate abilities in shop

be prepared for duties in Maintenance and Light Repair, Electrical Systems 1, Brakes, Steering and

BAK 104

Suspension, and other competencies completed

Scaling

by the student to NATEF and industry standards. Pre-requisites: AUTC 101, AUTC 112, AUTC 117.

Students have the opportunity to learn the bakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s balance beam scale, dry measurements, and

BAK 101

liquid measurements. Students are introduced to

Ovens I

US and metric systems of measurement. Students begin to scale and learn the importance of mis

It is essential for the baker to understand the 10

en place which requires a great deal of care and

steps in the baking process. Students participate

accuracy. Students gain skills needed for simple

in proofing and baking a variety of products using

mixing methods for yeast dough, various batters

this process. Discussion and practical exploration

from mixes and the creaming method for short

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doughs and icings.

variety of traditional and contemporary tarts and individual tartlets with appropriate finishes and

BAK 105

garnishes. Students will have the opportunity

Mixing I

to showcase natural and vibrant flavors of fruits and nuts as well as the sweetness and texture of

Many professional bakers consider mixing to be

cheeses and dairy products used to make creams

the most important step in the baking process.

and custards.

Although not overly complicated, it does require a great deal of care and accuracy. Mixing dough

BAK 109

involves four distinct stages: scaling, ingredient

Pastries

incorporation, dough development and checking temperature after mixing.

Students have the opportunity to work with puff

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pastry, pate au choux and various short doughs. BAK 106

Pastry cream, mousses, ganaches and whipped

Mixing II

cream fillings are made to produce a variety of individual pastries that include: ĂŠclairs, napoleons,

In this advanced mixing station students continue

towers, meringue, and macaroon pastries.

to utilize all forms of measurement. Students

Techniques and methodologies learned in previous

have the opportunity to plan and manage daily

stations to produce classic and contemporary

production based on retail needs and special

petit fours and simple truffles. Students continue

orders; they prioritize their schedules to allow all

to develop and use new vocabulary in regard to

stations involved enough time to complete their

the industry and demonstrate knowledge about

tasks.

the different ingredients used in a retail bakery.

BAK 107

BAK 110

Yeast Doughs I

In this introductory station students prepare a

Students have the opportunity to prepare yeast-

variety of cookies. The student will learn the role of

raised dough for daily production. The 10 steps

each ingredient, detail different mixing methods,

of the yeast dough process are followed as well

and describe the 8 classifications of cookie types.

as proper mixing methods for yeast dough.

Knowledge of these basic foundations of cookie

The student has the opportunity to learn the

making allows the student to produce consistent

importance of organized bench work and the

results, troubleshoot formulas and process and

effects it has on the finished product. The

create new formulas.

relationship of time and temperature as it relates to fermentation, bench handling, retardation,

BAK 108

and proofing. Various forming and make-up

Pies and Tarts

and finishing techniques applied to yeast raised dough.

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Yeast Doughs II

Cakes II

Students have the opportunity to prepare yeast-

Students have the opportunity to learn more

raised dough, for croissants, Danish pastries

decorating techniques that include writing and

and various loaves. Students practice bench

figure piping. Demonstrations and hands-on

work, the make-up of advanced breads and the

practice include finishing of single layer cakes,

shaping of rolls. Learning to shape, twist, cut

advanced cupcakes, poured cakes and simple

and fill the dough pieces properly are important

decorations on special order cakes for the RTC

parts of the art and craft of fine baking. Good

retail bakery. Students express their artistry,

housekeeping and organization are important to

imagination and an eye for color combinations

be able to produce good laminated dough and

to produce a variety of flowers and writing

to roll or mechanically sheet the different doughs

techniques. Many different mediums are used

to a specific thickness and prepare a variety of

including: rolled fondant, marzipan, and chocolate

saleable pastries.

work. Experience and learning from others are extremely valuable in learning the subtle

BAK 112

techniques that can make the difference between

Puff Pastries

a good cake and a great cake.

Students have the opportunity to work with puff

BAK 115

pastry and other laminated dough, developing

Artisan Bread I

fine motor skills. Laminated dough requires the advanced knowledge gained from the previous

Students will have the prospect of learning the

yeast dough station. Learning to work with this

artisan bread industry basics. The art and science

classic dough, the student has the opportunity to

of traditional artisan baking will be demonstrated

produce classic and contemporary pastries that

and reviewed. The opportunity to prepare a

play an integral part of fine baking.

variety of hand-made breads using the timehonored production methods will be offered.

BAK 113

Students will be exposed to breads such as;

Cakes I

ciabatta, focaccia, pizza dough and baguettes.

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BAK 111

This station covers safety procedures associated Students have the opportunity to learn how

with operating bakery equipment as well as the

to split, fill and ice cakes in preparation for

practice of proper sanitation and food handling

decorating, top icing techniques for cakes and

techniques in accordance with King County Public

cupcakes for retail. Students work with a variety of

Health Department standards.

butter creams and decorating mediums and begin to practice the basics piping techniques. Being prepared with proper mis en place and having a solid understanding of all cake components and equipment functions are required for success in cake assembly.

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smooth running facility. Students continue to

Artisan Bread II

develop and use new vocabulary in regard to the industry and demonstrate knowledge about

Students will have the opportunity to build on

the different ingredients used in a retail bakery.

their skills in preparing traditional artisan breads.

This station covers safety procedures associated

The making of a sourdough culture, flat breads,

with operating bakery equipment as well as the

and decorative bread shaping will be reviewed.

practice of proper sanitation and food handling

The students will have the opportunity to produce

techniques in accordance with King County Public

a variety of preferments and naturally leavened

Health Department standards.

dough will also be used to produce crusty artisan loaves.

BAK 170 Industry Communications

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BAK 117 Bakery Operations I

Students demonstrate the proper methods of how to work effectively and cooperatively with co-

Through the RTC retail bakery venue the students

workers, customers, and others in the workplace.

have the opportunity to learn the importance

Topics include customer service techniques and

of skills associated with a successful retail

leadership. Interview and job search techniques

establishment. They practice customer service

are addressed.

and product management skills that include appropriate positioning, placement, seasonal and

BAK 180

tie in displays. Students have the opportunity

Human Relations

to learn opening and closing duties associated with daily service and related storeroom duties.

Students have the opportunity to work effectively

This station covers safety procedures associated

with co-workers, customers, and others in the

with operating bakery equipment as well as the

workplace. Topics include cultural sensitivity,

practice of proper sanitation and food handling

sexual harassment, team playing, supporting

techniques in accordance with King County Public

fellow workers and leadership.

Health Department standards. BIR 101 BAK 118

Introduction to Band Instrument Repair

Bakery Operations II This course introduces the new students to Th i s co u r s e p rov i d e s a n o p p o r t u n i t y to

the field of Band Instrument Repair. It also

become student leaders in the bakery industry.

familiarizes them with Renton Technical College.

Concentrating on the multi-tasking associated

Class discussions cover topics such as course

with running a bakery the student has the

descriptions, tool and material requirements, rules

opportunity to gain knowledge in the development

of the shop, class conduct, and the specifics of

of production lists, delegating assigned tasks,

the trade.

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Dent Machine® and the C.G. Conn Dent Eraser®.

Shop Practices and Safety for Band Instrument Repair

BIR 122 The Percussion Instruments

Students learn the fundamentals of shop safety and shop layout/design. Students learn the

Students learn preventive and basic maintenance

proper use and maintenance of hand and power

of percussion instruments including: snare and

tools. Additionally, the student learns the proper

field drum; bass drum; timpani; mallet percussion;

use, storage, and disposal of chemical cleaning,

and cymbals.

degreasing, and surface preparation reagents used commonly in the trade, as well as environmental

BIR 123

consideration in the use and disposal of chemical

Woodwind Padding Techniques

agents. BIR 103

woodwind padding, focusing on tonehole

Band Instrument Cleaning and Sanitization

preparation, adhesive properties and pad selection techniques. Students learn specific aspects of pad

Students learn proper cleaning techniques on

materials and construction, properties of common

instruments of the woodwind and brasswind

adhesives and the techniques of basic padding of

families. This course includes instruction in the

the clarinet, flute and saxophone.

Texas-style flush, ultrasonic cleaning, and other techniques. Emphasis is placed on the safe

BIR 124

storage, use and the proper disposal of chemicals

Clarinet Family Repair Techniques

used in the repair industry. This course introduces students to specific repair BIR 104

techniques of members of the clarinet family,

Soldering and Brazing Techniques

focusing on padding, regulation and body repair techniques. Students learn specific aspects of

Students learn the proper techniques of soft

repair related to instruments of the clarinet

soldering and brazing woodwind and brasswind

family. It also gives them the opportunity to

parts using acetylene and oxy-acetylene

fabricate specialized tools and learn to repair

equipment. Information on the use of different

clarinet instrument cases and latches. Students

types of solders and fluxes is included.

learn the history and development of the clarinet.

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This course introduces students to general

Prerequisite: successful completion of BIR 123, BIR 115

Woodwind Padding Techniques. Concurrent

Dent Removal Techniques

enrollment in BIR 125, Saxophone Family Repair Techniques, also required.

Students learn proper techniques of dent removal on brass and nickel band instruments. Instruction is provided in the use of dent hammers, dent balls and barrels, mandrels, burnishers, and other tools of the industry. Additional instruction is provided in the use of the Votaw® pneumatic tools, Ferree’s RTC.edu

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BIR 125

covered in this course. Concurrent enrollment in

Saxophone Family Repair Techniques

BIR 126, Flute Family Repair Techniques, and BIR 136, Advanced Brass Repair Techniques, required.

This course introduces students to specific repair techniques of members of the saxophone family,

BIR 134

focusing on padding, regulation and body repair

Woodwind Performance and

techniques. Students learn specific aspects of

Testing Techniques

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repair related to instruments of the saxophone family. It also gives them the opportunity to

This course introduces students to basic playing

fabricate specialized tools and learn to repair

and testing techniques on flute, clarinet, and

saxophone instrument cases and latches.

saxophone through individual and group lessons.

Students learn the history and development of

The emphasis of this course is proper tone

the saxophone. Concurrent enrollment in BIR 124,

production, hand position, and the development

Clarinet Family Repair Techniques, and BIR 134,

of alternate fingerings culminating in the

Woodwind Performance and Testing Techniques

performance of a two-octave chromatic scale on

required.

each instrument. Additionally, students learn playtesting patterns specific to each instrument.

BIR 126 Flute Family Repair Techniques

BIR 135 Piston Valve Instrument Repair Techniques

This course introduces students to specific repair techniques of members of the flute family, focusing

This course introduces students to general

on padding, regulation and body repair techniques.

brasswind repair, focusing on playing condition

Students learn specific aspects of repair related to

and overhaul techniques of small and large piston

instruments of the flute family. It also gives them

valve instruments. Students learn specific aspects

the opportunity to fabricate specialized tools and

of repair related to trumpets, cornets, baritones,

learn to repair flute instrument cases and latches.

euphoniums, tubas and Sousaphones as well as

Students learn the history and development of

special dent removal and soldering techniques.

the flute. Prerequisite: successful completion of

It also gives them the opportunity to fabricate

BIR 125, Saxophone Family Repair Techniques.

specialized brasswind tools and learn to repair

Concurrent enrollment in BIR 130, Advanced

brass instrument cases and latches. Students

Woodwind Repair Techniques, also required.

learn the history and development of the piston valve and advancements made in valve design

BIR 130

and fitting. Prerequisite: BIR 103, Band Instrument

Advanced Woodwind Repair Techniques

Cleaning and Sanitization. Concurrent enrollment in BIR 137, Rotary Valve Repair Techniques, and

This course expands on the basics of woodwind

BIR 115, Dent Removal Techniques, also required.

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BIR 136

BIR 144

Advanced Brass Repair Techniques

Brasswind Performance and Testing Techniques

This course expands on the basics of brass repair This course introduces students to basic playing

covering parts fabrication and modifications to

and testing techniques on trumpet, trombone, and

existing instruments that enhance their playability

tuba through individual and group lessons. The

and dependability. Prerequisite: BIR 137, Rotary

emphasis of this course is proper tone production,

Valve Instrument Repair Techniques. Concurrent

hand position, and the development of a one-

enrollment in BIR 130, Advanced Woodwind

octave chromatic scale on each instrument.

Repair Techniques, and BIR 138, Trombone Repair

Additionally, students learn play-testing patterns

Techniques, also required.

specific to each instrument.

BIR 137

BIR 150

Rotary Valve Instrument Repair Techniques

Capstone Project in Band Instrument Repair

This course introduces students to advanced

This project is designed to provide the graduating

brasswind repair, focusing on playing condition

student-technician with a final experience in band

and overhaul techniques of rotary valve

instrument repair. The culmination of this course

instruments. Students learn specific aspects of

includes the repair of an instrument along with

repair related to rotary values including rotary

comprehensive documentation of the techniques

valve fitting and repair techniques. It also gives

applied by the student for presentation to

them the opportunity to fabricate specialized

potential employers.

rotary valve repair tools. Students learn the history and development of the rotary valve and

BIR 161

advancements made in valve design and fitting.

Mathematics for Band Instrument Repair

Concurrent enrollment in BIR 135, Piston Valve Instrument Repair Techniques, and BIR 144,

Students learn how to measure woodwind pads

Brasswind Performance and Testing Techniques,

using fractional and metric systems and operate

required.

calipers, micrometers and other measuring tools

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through additional instruction and practice

as they relate to band instrument repair. Students BIR 138

learn business math applications as they relate to

Trombone Repair Techniques

the band instrument service technician.

This course introduces students to advanced

BIR 173

brasswind repair, focusing on playing condition

Written and Oral Communications

and overhaul techniques of the trombone.

for Band Instrument Repair

Students learn specific aspects of repair related to trombone handslides including general repair and

This class is an introduction to the terminology

overall techniques. Concurrent enrollment in BIR

and nomenclature of the band instrument repair

136, Advanced Brass Repair Techniques, required.

technician. Students practice skills through simulated interactions with clients and music educators. Students develop skills in the reading

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of parts diagrams and ordering of supplies.

milling equipment are included as well as the application of power equipment in the field of

BIR 185

brass and woodwind repair. Students fabricate

Human Relations for Band Instrument Repair

small replacement parts for use on musical instruments.

Students learn concepts of employer-employee, employee-employee, and customer relations and

BUS& 201

negotiation skills. Also covered are interpersonal

Business Law

relationship skills necessary to function as a productive member of a working team. Discussions

This course provides an introduction to the

of topics relating to cultural and gender-sensitive

fundamental Principles of law and the American

issues relate these issues to the work place.

legal system including its social and constitutional

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roots. It also examines the origin, evolution, and BIR 188

concepts of the law including criminal and tort

Employment Skills for Band

law, contracts, Uniform Commercial Code, Real

Instrument Repair

Property, Business Entities and Governmental Regulation of Business. The emphasis is gaining a

Students create and fully develop a rĂŠsumĂŠ

basic practical understanding these topics.

appropriate to the Band Instrument Repair trade. Students prepare for job interviews with

CBE 101

simulations and bench tests. Participation in actual

Fundamentals of Electricity and Lab

job searches and interviews, where appropriate, is encouraged.

This course covers basic electrical theory, testing, troubleshooting, schematics and symbols, circuit

BIR 191

construction plus other related items used in the

String Instrument Repair for the

industrial and commercial maintenance fields.

Band Instrument Technician

Lock-out/tag-out regulations are also included. Part of this course is a hands-on lab featuring

This course introduces students to general string

components, wiring and application of basic

repair, focusing on those items necessary to place

electrical systems.

the instrument in playing condition. Students learn specific string related repair including:

CBE 102

tuning methods; restringing; tuning peg and gear

Advanced Electrical and Lab

replacement; bridge, nut, and tailpiece repairs; soundboard repairs and refinishing.

This course includes single phase and multiple phase installation, repair, and maintenance

BIR 192

including branch and feeder circuits as found in

Machining Topics for Band

the industrial and commercial applications. Part

Instrument Repair Technology

of this course is a hands-on lab featuring the components, wiring and applications of single

This course introduces students to equipment

phase and three phase systems. Prerequisite: CBE

that is available for use in the band instrument

101 or instructor permission.

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CBE 107

National Electrical Code

Refrigeration and A/C Fundamentals

This course is designed to help students

This course covers refrigeration cycle and theory,

understand the National Electrical Code, focusing

components and interlocks, and electrical and

on sections of the Code that relate to maintenance

refrigeration safety for industrial and commercial

work done by individuals working in the industrial

refrigeration and air conditioning applications.

and commercial maintenance fields. It includes interpreting the National Electrical Code in

CBE 108

preparation for the State Maintenance electrical

Refrigeration Lab

exam. This course is a hands-on lab for individuals working in the industrial and commercial

Computer Fundamentals and Lab

maintenance fields to develop and practice good operating and maintenance procedures

This course provides an introduction to the

on refrigeration equipment. Refrigeration

hardware, operating systems and application

recovery, reclaim, and charging are covered

programs used by individuals working in the

along with electrical controls, schematics and

industrial and commercial maintenance fields.

troubleshooting. Prerequisites: CBE 107, CBE 115 or instructor permission.

CBE 105 Boiler Operators

CBE 111 Control Fundamentals

This course consists of the care and operation of boilers in preparation for the City of Seattleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

This course provides a study of the various control

boiler operator exams. Electrical interlocks

fundamentals, terms, interlocks and electrical

and schematics along with confined space

safety as related to commercial and industrial

entry regulations as used in the industrial and

applications.

commercial maintenance fields are also covered. CBE 112 CBE 106

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CBE 104

Pneumatic Controls and Lab

Boiler Lab This course offers a study of pneumatic control This is a hands-on lab for the beginning boiler

theory related to HVAC systems. Part of this

operator to develop and practice good operating

course is a hands-on lab featuring components,

and maintenance procedures on boilers. System

system construction and interlocks to other types

layout, components and electrical interlocks found

of control systems.

in the industrial and commercial maintenance fields are also covered. Prerequisite: CBE 105 or instructor permission.

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CBE 113

CBE 118

Preventive Maintenance and Lab

Critical Systems

This course covers developing, implementing,

This course is the study of the fundamentals of

and using manual and computerized preventive

mission critical systems designed to maintain

maintenance programs for electrical, plumbing

reliability, availability and resiliency of electrical,

and HVAC systems found in the industrial and

mechanical, and digital systems. Students in the

commercial maintenance fields.

industrial and commercial building maintenance fields learn the skills needed to operate and

CBE 115

maintain mission critical equipment and systems.

Refrigeration and A/C System CBE 150

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Applications for refrigeration and air conditioning

Hazardous Waste Management

systems, including package unit and split system air conditioners and heat pumps, reciprocating,

This course provides a study of handlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s duties

centrifugal, and absorption chillers, and reach-in

and responsibilities, record keeping requirements

and walk-in coolers and freezers as used in the

and proper handling, storage and disposal

industrial and commercial fields are covered.

procedures of hazardous waste found in the typical

Refrigeration and air conditioning electrical

commercial and industrial fields. Interpretation

schematics and CFC certification is part of this

of the regulations, employer responsibility, and

curriculum. Prerequisite: CBE 107 or instructor

contractor surveillance for the most common

permission.

hazardous waste encountered by building and plant maintenance workers is covered.

CBE 116 HVAC/Plumbing Distribution

CBE 170 Communications for the Stationary Engineer

This course is a study of components, construction and application of HVAC and plumbing systems as

This course helps students develop the general

found in commercial and industrial sites.

communication skills required in the industrial and commercial maintenance environments. The

CBE 117

course includes written, oral, and interpersonal

Safety and Health

communications as used by maintenance, electrical, and plumbing workers.

This course covers the required basic 16-hour American Heart Association course which includes

CBE 180

the study and practice of Cardio-Pulmonary

Human Relations and Leadership Skills

Resuscitation (CPR) and other skills needed in providing first aid to the injured for an individual

This course helps students increase their self-

working in the industrial and commercial

awareness and leadership skills to get along with

maintenance fields.

co-workers, employers, and clients in the industrial and commercial maintenance fields.

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CBE 190

and condensate systems, HVAC systems, project

LEED® Green Building

management, energy audits, and energy bills.

This course is an overview of the Leadership in

CBE 204

Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) Green

Architectural Prints and Lab

Building system for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings.

This course helps students learn how to read and

Specifically, it addresses exterior building site

interpret commercial building’s architectural,

maintenance program; water and energy use;

mechanical and electrical blueprints and

environmentally preferred products for cleaning

understand their relationship to actual building

and alterations; waste stream management; and

systems.

ongoing indoor environmental quality. CBE 205 Fire and Life Safety Systems

Direct Digital Controls and Lab This course is designed to acquaint the individual This course covers direct digital control theory

working in the commercial environment with

related to HVAC systems as used in the commercial

various types, construction and application of fire

and maintenance fields. Part of this course is a

and life safety systems, and what their response

hands-on lab featuring components, wiring and

should be in an emergency situation.

system construction at the terminal equipment level.

CBE 206 Air and Water Balancing and Lab

CBE 202 Advanced Direct Digital Controls and Lab

This course covers air and water balancing theory for HVAC systems as found in commercial

This course provides a more advanced study of

buildings. The interaction of the electrical, control,

direct digital controls related to HVAC systems

and HVAC systems are included along with the

used in the commercial and maintenance fields.

interpretation of air and water balance reports

Part of this course is a hands-on lab featuring

related to mechanical blueprints.

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CBE 201

components, system construction, wiring and programming at the field panel equipment level.

CBE 207

Prerequisite: CBE 201 or instructor permission.

Indoor Air Quality

CBE 203

This course helps students interpret indoor air

Energy Conservation

quality regulations, how to comply with them, and how to determine if new/remodeled buildings

This course explores the utility companies’ rebate

meet these regulations in commercial buildings.

programs, power factor considerations, and

It includes how to handle everyday IAQ problems

water conservation techniques in commercial

and how to prevent and solve problems effectively.

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CBE 208

CBE 213

Instrumentation for Stationary Engineers

Motor Control Principles

This course is an overview of measuring devices

This course includes single phase and multiple

and instrumentation used for testing the

phase installation, and repair and maintenance of

electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems in the

motor controls as used in industrial applications.

commercial building maintenance field. It covers the theory, application and operating principles of

CBE 214

instrumentation in the industry.

Mechanical Prints and Lab

CBE 210

This course helps students learn how to interpret

Intermediate Programmable Logic Controls

industrial prints and understand their relationship

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to actual parts, equipment and systems as it This course is a hands-on lab covering the wiring

applies to industrial applications.

of the input and output components along with basic program design, writing and implementation

CBE 215

of PLCs as used in industrial applications.

Mechanical Maintenance and Lab

Prerequisite: CBE 211 or instructor permission. This course is designed to acquaint individuals CBE 211

with maintenance techniques for belts, pulleys,

Programmable Logic Controls

sprockets, gears, and other mechanical parts

and Fundamentals

found in industrial settings. Prerequisite: CBE 214 or instructor permission.

This course covers programmable logic control theory related to industrial applications.

CBE 216

Components and system construction in different

Welding Fundamentals and Lab

industrial applications are covered at the individual equipment level.

This course covers gas cutting, brazing, and soldering and electrical welding (stick, MIG and

CBE 212

TIG) used by individuals working in an industrial

Advanced Programmable

maintenance environment. Most of this course is

Logic Controls and Lab

a hands-on lab featuring various types of welders and applications.

This course provides a more advanced study of programmable logic controls related to industrial

CBE 217

applications. Part of this course is a hands-on

Motor Control Lab

lab featuring components, system construction, wiring and the programming of PLCs as used in

This course is a hands-on lab featuring the

industrial applications. Prerequisites: CBE 210,

components, wiring and applications of motor

CBE 211or instructor permission.

control systems as used in industrial applications. Prerequisite: CBE 213 or instructor permission.

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CNT 151

Child Development Associate I

CompTIA A+ Essentials

The first step in CDA credentialing. Students

This course introduces students to computer

acquire knowledge and understanding of how

hardware fundamentals and the Microsoft

children develop and learn the skills a teacher needs

Windows 7 and 8.1 operating systems. Students

to promote healthy growth and development for

install, configure, and troubleshoot computer

infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. During this

hardware, operating systems, and application

quarter, the first five functional areas are covered:

software. This courses matches the objective of

safe, healthy, learning environments, physical and

the corresponding CompTIA A+ exam.

cognitive development. Employment/internship in an early childhood facility required.

CNT 156 CompTIA A+ IT Technician

Child Development Associate II

Students learn to maintain and upgrade personal computers, and are introduced to the

Provides students with the opportunity to acquire

Microsoft PowerShell command-line interfaces

knowledge and understanding of how children

for the Microsoft Windows 7 and 8.1 operating

develop and skills a teacher needs to promote

systems. They learn to install, upgrade, and

healthy growth and development for infants,

optimize memory, disk drives, CD-ROM drives,

toddlers, and preschoolers. During this quarter,

graphic cards, and printers as they acquire other

the following areas are covered: communication,

basic computer skills. Basic familiarity with PC

creativity, self-esteem, and social development.

terminology and elementary knowledge of the

Employment/internship in an early childhood

Windows 7 operating system are recommended.

facility required.

This course matches the objectives of the corresponding CompTIA A+ exam.

CHCAS 127 Child Development Associate III

CNT 159 CompTIA Network+

Provides students with the opportunity to acquire knowledge and understanding of how children

Students learn the basics of how to plan, design,

develop and skills a teacher needs to promote

and install the physical components of a network.

healthy growth and development for infants,

Cable standards, network types, architectures,

toddlers, and preschoolers. During this quarter,

protocols, Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide

the following areas are covered: guidance, families,

Area Network (WAN) standards, and network

program management, and professionalism.

support tools for various operating systems are

Employment/internship in an early childhood

investigated. This course matches the objectives

facility required.

of the corresponding CompTIA Network+ exam.

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CNT 251

CNT 255

Windows Server 2008

Cloud Computing Virtualization

Network Administration This course covers the fundamentals, general This course prepares students to be a network

knowledge, terminology and basic concepts

server administration who is responsible for

used in Cloud Computing Virtualization. This

the operations and day-to-day management

course provides students with the knowledge

of an infrastructure of servers for an enterprise

and skills necessary toward becoming a certified

organization. The students will learn how to create

Virtualization Specialist or Cloud Computing

and use scripts and batch files, conduct server

Certified. Students acquire extensive hands-on

management tasks remotely by using Terminal

experience using VMware Server and Microsoft

Server, manage the server operating system,

Hyper-V software.

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directory services, software distribution and

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updates. Students that complete at a high level

CNT 257

of performance are prepared for Certification

Wireless Networking Fundamentals

Exam 70-646: Windows Server 2008, Server Administrator.

This course prepares the student to take the Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA)

CNT 253

exam. The course provides the knowledge and

Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure

skills needed to manage a wireless network. Using a comprehensive approach, students learn about

This course expands the knowledge and

planning, deploying, securing and troubleshooting

skills acquired in CNT 251, Windows Server

wireless networks.

2 0 0 8 N e t wo r k Ad m i n i s t ra t i o n . S t u d e n t s gain understanding of network technologies

CNT 259

commonly used with Windows Server 2008

Enterprise Network Technology

and IP-enabled networks. Students plan and manage server lifecycle, develop and evaluate

This course covers support for designing and

baselines for monitoring and managing server

administering Local Area Networks (LANs) and

roles; implement and configure several different

Wide Area Networks (WANs) that span entire

server roles for Windows Server 2008. Technical

companies or organizations spread over multiple

support of workstations, servers, and wireless

buildings or campuses. Students study Microsoft

devices such as laptops is emphasized for both

advanced subjects such as: LAN/WAN design,

platforms. Concepts such as administration of

designing and implementing TCP/IP suite services,

policies, security, are covered. This course includes

IPSec, Network Address Translation (NAT),

extensive hands-on training. Students perform

Certificate Services, enterprise wide security, and

most functions studied on network equipment

analyzing business/technical requirements of

and through simulations.

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in Information Technology and Information

Linux System Administration

Systems careers areas. Students gain skills in information literacy to research positions and skill

This course provides introductory and advanced

requirements through electronic, online, and other

coverage of Linux systems administration. It

methods. Job candidate presentation skills such

is designed to help students successfully pass

as job interviews, resume writing, cover letters,

CompTIA’s Linux+ Certification exam. The

and follow-up letters are covered.

course covers Red Hat ES4 release. Not only will this prepare students for CompTIA’s Linux+

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Certification, the course will equip all students

Internship/Cooperative Education

with the information necessary to remain current with industry changes.

This course provides the option of cooperative/ internship training in Computer Networks, within the prescribed hours of the student’s program

Network Security

of study. Instructor approval is required, and the experience can be either paid or unpaid.

This course is a comprehensive guide for anyone wishing to take the CompTIA Security+ 2008

COL 101

exam. The course covers all of the new CompTIA

College Success

Security+ 2008 exam objectives and maps to the new Security+ 2008 exam. The course

College Success 101 prepares students for their

covers newly covered exam topics including

academic success in the college setting. Topics will

cross site scripting, SQL injection, rootkits, and

include study skills, time management, financial

virtualization, as well as topics of increasing

literacy, information literacy, resume and job

importance in the industry as a whole, like the

skills, basic computer skills, cultural competency,

latest breeds of attackers, Wi-Fi Protected Access

privilege and power, applying rubrics to your

2, and Microsoft Windows security.

work, navigating support services and creating dispositions for student success.

CNT 271 Communications and Human

COMP 100

Relations in the Workplace

Applied Composition

Students develop human relations skills necessary

This practical writing course assists students with

to work with diverse customers and with various

academic writing. The class incorporates journal

departments in a business organization. Business

summaries and basic essay formats to help

oral presentation and communication skills as well

students build on their sentence and paragraph

as business writing skills such as formal letters,

strengths to be successful in college-level writing.

documentation, proposals, and performance

This class assists students in moving their writing

ratings are explored. Personal traits leading to

forward through practice (Formerly COMP 100).

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CONST 101

CONST 183

Introduction to Construction

Mechanical and Electrical Systems

and Architecture Introduction on how to read and interpret An overview of construction markets, factors

m e c h a n i c a l a n d e l e c t r i c a l d raw i n g s a n d

driving investment in building, role of design,

specifications. Emphasis on integrating the scope

and careers pathways in construction. Includes

of work into the total project. Major areas covered

terminology and business practices: estimating,

are HVAC, plumbing, electrical and fire sprinklers.

bidding, scheduling, and project management.

Prerequisite: COMPASS Pre-Algebra score of 60 or completion of MATH 075 or AMATH 175 with a

CONST 115

2.0 or higher.

Accounting for Construction Management

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CONST 185 Learn basic accounting principles and how to

Civil Construction

utilize them for the construction industry. Review how to track resources on construction accounting

Introduction to road, storm drainage, water

systems and how to manage costs, cash flow and

and sewer system construction. WSDOT/APWA

profits at a project level. Prerequisites: APPS 120

standard specifications plans and environmental

or concurrent enrollment. COMPASS Pre-Algebra

impact review included.

score of 60 or completion of MATH 075 or AMATH 175 with a 2.0 or higher.

CONST 202 Quantity Survey and Estimating

CONST 140 Construction Plan Reading

Learn how to estimate material, labor, and other costs for construction projects. Prerequisites:

Learn to read and interpret a variety of construction

CONST 260, APPS 120.

plan drawings. Overview includes schedules, views, symbols, and stylistic conventions for the

CONST 225

construction industry. Prerequisite: COMPASS

Contract Administration

Pre-Algebra score of 60 or completion of MATH 075 or AMATH 175 with a 2.0 or higher.

Course covers the typical elements of a construction contract, as well as analysis,

CONST 160

interpretation, and implementation of contracts.

Materials, Methods & Equipment CONST 230 Influence of design constraints, material choices,

Planning and Scheduling

and options for methods of installation and construction. Includes commonly used building

Understand how to plan a critical path by allotting

techniques for steel, wood, masonry, and concrete

time for each activity within a project. Identify

as well as an overview of construction equipment.

risks and alternative strategies to meet project milestones. Introduction to scheduling software. Prerequisites: CONST 202.

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CONST 250

e-mail etiquette. Practice resolving peer-to-peer,

Safety and Accident Prevention

peer-to-supervisor, and company-to-company scenarios.

Learn to implement company safety plans and procedures. Topics covered include identifying and

CONST 262

minimizing job hazards, complying with WISHA

Labor Agreements

and OSHA requirements, and understanding a safety communications plan.

Course

covers

the

development

and

implementation of project labor agreements on large commercial construction projects. Case

Safety Planning and Administration

studies are discussed.

Learn to develop company safety plans and

CONST 266

procedures. Topics covered include training,

Advanced Computers for Construction I

documenting, and creating a safety-conscious climate on the job site. Prerequisites: CONST 140,

A study of management information systems used

CONST 250.

in the construction industry. Topics include project costs control, field data collection and processing,

CONST 260

estimating, scheduling, and productivity analysis.

Project Management

Prerequisite: keyboarding skills, familiarity with MS Windows, and APPS 120.

Learn about project organization and the role of scheduling, quality assurance, safety

CONST 267

management, cost control, and recordkeeping.

Advanced Computers for Construction II

Includes factors that affect how company decisions are made, implemented and evaluated.

This class is an introduction to Microsoft Project.

Understand management styles and procedures

Create Gantt and PERT charts, resource sheets,

for how general contractors, subcontractors,

and calendars. Learn to tailor your reports to the

and suppliers coordinate, negotiate, and resolve

nature of the project. Develop a project plan that

disputes. Prerequisites: CONST 101, CONST 140,

identifies tasks, organizes tasks into a schedule,

CONST 160, CONST 183, CONST 270, and CONST

assigns resources and manages budgets.

280.

Prerequisite: keyboarding skills, familiarity with

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CONST 251

MS Windows, and APPS 120. CONST 261 Human Relations for the

CONST 270

Construction Industry

Structural Design

Covers work styles, team building, and leadership

Learn how to recognize, interpret and implement

techniques. Related topics include roles and

the structural requirements of a construction

responsibilities, task delegation, harassment

project working from the ground up. This includes

prevention, racial and cultural awareness,

design criteria for concrete, steel, and wood

problem solving skills, conflict resolution, time

construction. Engineering concepts are reviewed

management, performance evaluation, and

such as dead and live loads, shear and moments,

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and engineering notations. Prerequisite: COMPASS

CSI 102

Pre-Algebra score of 60 or completion of MATH

Office Applications and

075 or AMATH 175 with a 2.0 or higher.

Business Communications

CONST 280

This is an introductory course for the student

Building Codes

with little or no experience with computers. The

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students learn the basic operation of the Microsoft Study of the International Building Code

Windows operating system. They also learn to use

includes review of minimum fire and safety

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access.

standards, introduction to the permit process

This class gives the students the basic knowledge

and environmental regulations for design,

to use these applications in a typical office

construction of buildings, and use and occupancy

environment, and to create printed documents,

classifications. Definitions and requirements for

spreadsheets, presentations and a small database.

types of construction, egress width, exits access, and accessibility are also covered. Prerequisite:

CSI 145

COMPASS Pre-Algebra score of 60 or completion

Web Design

of MATH 075 or AMATH 175 with a 2.0 or higher. This course introduces students to Hypertext CSI 101

Markup Language, or HTML. It covers basic

PC Hardware and Networking

html tags, links, lists, text formatting, images and multimedia, tables, and frames. A quick

This is an introductory course for the student

introduction to cascading style sheets and

with little or no experience with computers.

javascript is covered to create dynamic and stylish

The students become familiar with the different

web pages. Prerequisite: CSI 152.

hardware components comprising an IBM compatible personal computer. They learn

CSI 147

how to assemble a computer from the basic

Web Graphics

components and install and configure a Windows operating system. Students learn installation and

This course is an introduction to digital

administration of hardware and software to create

photography and image manipulation and covers

a local area network using Microsoft Windows

image capturing, editing, creating animation and

Server software. Students learn cabling, network

producing web documentation. Students learn

interface cards, workstation configuration and

the differences between “bmp”, “gif”, “jpg”, “avi”

basic computer and networking troubleshooting.

and “mpg” file formats. The students create static

Students complete a hands-on network installation

image files as well as “flash” and “pdf” files for use

and administration project in which they create

on web pages. Topics include file resolution and

users, assign rights, create directory structures

download times with respect to web pages.

and implement user-level security. Emphasis is on troubleshooting and maintenance skills.

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output streams to build real world windows

Introduction to Programming

applications. Prerequisite: CSI 154.

This is a first course in programming to enable

CSI 156

students to develop a sound and solid foundation

Introduction to Database Theory and Design

in logical problem solving and design. Students This course offers an introduction to relational

structured analysis. Use of graphical design tools

database design theory. The students learn

such as hierarchy charts and flowcharts will be

about components of database system as well

covered. Students will design and test real-world

as an Entity-Relationship model, Tables, Form

programming solutions using sequence, branching

Normalization, Indexes, Primary Keys, Queries and

and iteration structures. Advanced algorithms and

Structured Query Language (SQL). We discuss

concepts such as sorting, searching, arrays, linked

the use and application of relational databases

lists, pointers and event-driven programming will

versus flat file database structures. Prerequisite:

also be covered and practiced by the students.

CSI 102.

Students will be introduced to object-oriented programming terms and concepts. Students will

CSI 159

understand how object-oriented concepts affect

Applied Database Development

program design. Using Microsoft Access, students complete a CSI 154

hands-on relational database project. Students

Introduction to C# Programming

use industry standard analysis methods to create database mission statements, mission objectives,

This course is an introduction to programming

tables, fields and relationships. Databases are

using C#. Students write creative programs

normalized to the third normal form.Use of

demonstrating skill in structured design and code,

Visual Basic for Applications is covered to allow

using decision and iteration structures, as well as

students to customize their application. Creation

effective documentation. Students learn to write

of user-friendly interfaces, design and creation

event-driven Windows applications using forms,

of business reports and basic Structured Query

controls, properties and methods. Prerequisite:

Language (SQL) coding are covered. Students

CSI 152.

execute the applications using efficient testing

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l e a r n to s o l ve co m p u te r p ro b l e m s u s i n g

procedures. Prerequisite: CSI 156. CSI 155 Object-Oriented Programming with C#

CSI 171 Software Testing

This course is a continuation of CSI 154, Introduction to C# Programming. Students are

This course is an overview of the fundamentals

introduced to the concepts of object-oriented

of testing business and consumer software under

programming. Students learn to write applications

normal business conditions. Topics covered

using structures, classes, interfaces, inheritance

include testing cycles, objectives and limits of

and polymorphism. In addition, students learn

testing, creating test plans and reporting and

to use and create delegates, events, collections,

analyzing software bugs. Also covered are

exceptions, dynamic link libraries and input/

elements of efficient test case design, localization

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testing and writing test documentation. Students

and conditional operators. Students learn classes,

complete hands-on projects to implement these

objects creation and initialization, encapsulation,

technologies.

method overloading, and applets. Examine the use of events and listener interfaces, multidimensional

CSI 182

arrays and vectors, inheritance hierarchies,

Leadership and Teamwork

the creation of polymorphic references, and

in Systems Analysis

exceptions and input/output streams. Finally students explore the various aspects of the

This course focuses on effective teamwork and the

graphical user interfaces. Prerequisite: CSI 155.

systems analysis life cycle. Students are divided into teams to complete an in-depth business

CSI 250

analysis. During this process, each student

Rich Internet Applications

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serves as team/project leader. Emphasis is on the systems analysis life cycle of investigation,

This course is for students who have completed

design, development and implementation. Human

CSI 147, Web Graphics, and have a basic

relations topics include: teambuilding strategies,

understanding of Adobe Flash. Also, students

the elements of effective project management,

should have completed CSI 152, Introduction

the importance of diversity, and recognizing and

to Programming, and be able to write simple

dealing with sexual harassment in the workplace.

programs. This course focuses on using screens, built-in components, behaviors, and data binding

CSI 220

to quickly get student proficient in building

IT Project Management and Team Building

Flash applications. The course also introduces the ActionScript language and emphasizes

This course is an introduction to IT project

fundamental programming constructs including

management. Students are introduced to

conditional logic and functions.

concepts and skills necessary to complete projects on time, on budget, and at the promised quality.

CSI 253

This course delves into the unique challenges

Client-Server Development with ADO.NET

of managing IT projects and the curriculum is modeled after the COMPTIA certification content.

This is an advanced course in client-server

Students complete assignments using Microsoft

programming using VB.NET, C#.NET and ADO.NET

Project software.

technologies. Emphasis is on creating database driven â&#x20AC;&#x153;n-tier client-severâ&#x20AC;? style applications to

CSI 245

run under the Microsoft Windows environment.

Java for C# Programmers

Students create data-aware projects using ADO (Active X Data Objects) for .NET and Microsoft

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This course explores the key elements used in a

SQL Server. Database querying and maintenance

Java program (namely primitive data and objects)

is accomplished using ANSI SQL. Business logic

and explores the graphical relationship between

is enforced with class modules. Object-oriented

Java and the World Wide Web. Students examine

programming concepts including inheritance,

decision control and repetitive structures such as

interfaces, and polymorphism and instantiating

if, switch, while, do, and for statements; as well

objects are covered. In addition, use of pre-

as logical, assignment, increment/decrement,

existing objects for reporting such as Microsoft

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Word is covered in a unit on OLE Automation.

CSI 277

Students incorporate all of these technologies

IT Industry Research and Writing

into a project of their own design. Prerequisites: CSI 155 and CSI 258.

This course covers the basic guidelines to developing an effective resume and cover

CSI 256

letter using different resume styles such as

Advanced Programming Concepts with C#

chronological, functional, and creative. Using a variety of source materials designed to provide starting points, students develop skill-based

using C#.NET. Topics include: asynchronous

resumes, a functional cover letter, job portfolio,

programming, multi-threaded applications,

and answers to commonly asked interview

socket-based (client/server) applications,

questions. Students are provided training in

distributed applications (remoting) and data

researching local area companies to prepare for

structures. Prerequisite: CSI 155.

job interviews. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mock interviewsâ&#x20AC;? are conducted with each student to allow the individual to

CSI 258

practice appropriate interviewing skills. Students

SQL Server Development and Administration

conduct an informational interview through direct contacts with employers to gather data on job skill

This course is designed for the student who is

requirements and opportunities. Students write a

already familiar with basic relational database

5-page paper on the results of their research.

theory. The focus of this course is on the database portion of the n-tier client/server

CSI 281

development model and data warehousing.

E-Commerce and Business Finance

Microsoft SQL Server for Windows is the primary tool. Students learn Structured Query Language

This course is designed as an overview of the

(Transact SQL) and receive hands-on instruction

constantly changing field of electronic commerce.

in how to administer an enterprise database

Key business and technology elements of

server. Administrative topics include database

e-commerce are covered. Topics include: the

creation and administration, user management,

economic foundations of e-commerce, explanation

security, and performance tuning. Development

o f t h e e - co m m e rce i n f ra s t r u c t u re , m a i n

topics include relational database normalization

technologies used to implement e-commerce on

concepts, writing queries (including joins and

the World Wide Web and business strategies being

nested queries), stored procedures, triggers,

used by companies engaging in e-commerce.

cursors, transactions and creation of schemas

Also covered are ethical, legal and tax issues that

using Data Definition Language. Appropriate use

can arise when doing business on a global scale.

of indexes is also covered. There is an introduction

Students are introduced to the Microsoft BizTalk

to data warehousing topics including analysis

e-commerce initiative.

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This is an advanced course in programming

of business requirements, defining technical architecture for a data warehouse, deriving the physical design, creating data services and creating the physical database. Prequisite: CSI 101 and CSI 159.

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CSI 291

CSI 331

Developing Web Applications with ASP.NET

Securing and Managing Data

This is an advanced course in web application

In this course the students will learn advanced

development. Students design and develop a web-

topics on planning for data storage (over time),

based applications using database connectivity

data quality, backup, disaster recovery, and

(Microsoft SQL Server) ADO.NET, client-side

security of data (in transit and in storage). The

scripting JavaScript and server-side coding

techniques for setting up an audit trail for critical

using Active Server Page (ASP .NET) technology

data will also be introduced.

with web forms. Business logic is created using

learn industry best practices and commercially

server-based components written in Visual Basic.

available solutions that can be recommended and

NET or C#. Extensible Markup Language (XML)

implemented. Critical tradeoffs of accessibility,

and use of web services is covered and used by

convenience, and good security practices, that

students in the creation of their web applications.

occur with laptops, hand held devices, and cloud

Prerequisite: CSI 145 and CSI 155.

computing will also be discussed.

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Capstone Design and Development Project

Data Mining and Business Analytics

A co m p re h e n s i ve p ro j e c t , co n ce i ve d by

This course takes students through the steps of

the student and approved by instructors,

analyzing a businessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; need to access and analyze

demonstrates the capability to integrate the major

data from multiple data sources. Topics covered

academic areas of Communications, Systems

include best practices in requirements gathering,

Analysis and Program Development. Students

data project management, Data Access issues,

are required to conceptualize, design, code, and

Data cleanup issues and approaches, ETL (Extract,

test a web-based programming project of their

Transform, and Load) tactics and automation, and

own creation. The project must utilize a database,

various Data Analysis methodologies. Students

graphics, user-friendly interfaces, and full written

will be able to practice overcoming problems with

internal and external documentation. Students

data from non-database sources, like XML, text, or

work with instructors on all pre-approved phases

multimedia. * Course is designed to be software

of the project. This project is mandatory for all

vendor-neutral. Students whose employer, or

students not on full-time cooperative/internship

potential employer, uses a particular Database

education at the time of summer quarter.

or Analysis platform, may use that software to

Students will

complete any class projects. CSI 294 Cooperative Education/Internship

CSI 341 Web Development

This course provides the option of cooperative/ internship training in Computer Science, within

Th i s co u r s e t a ke s st u d e n t s t h ro u g h t h e

the prescribed hours of the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program

development lifecycle involved in the construction

of study. Instructor approval is required, and the

o f f u l l y f u n c t i o n a l c o m m e r c i a l we b s i t e

experience can be either paid or unpaid.

applications, which employ server-side scripts that query relational databases. The students will

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implement industry best practices regarding two-

CSI 352

and three-tier software architectures, separation

Software Application Development

of responsibility, and web security considerations. *Course is designed to be software vendor-

This course takes students from the technical

neutral. Studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, whose employer, or potential

specifications for a software application through

employer, uses a particular web development

the design and development of the code.

platform, or scripting language, may use that

Architecture styles and patterns, including

software to complete any class projects.

explicit, event-driven, client-server, middleware, and distributed architectures will be covered.

CSI 342

The students will be introduced to agile

Mobile Application Development

methodologies and related tools and techniques. Other topics include secure coding, quality assurance techniques, verification and validation,

programming including use of a standard

code management and version control.

integrated development environment, debugging, user interface creation, multithreading and

CSI 381

network applications. The students will be able

Principles of Human-Computer

to code, run, and debug a variety of applications

Interaction/GUI Design

using software emulators as well as tethered hardware devices. The students will also learn

This course introduces fundamental methods,

about the limitations imposed by these devicesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

principles and tools for designing, programming

processing power and learn to operate within

and testing interactive systems. The course covers

those constraints. Software engineering life cycle

topics such as usability, user-centered design,

processes are also covered.

human cognitive and physical ergonomics, information and interactivity structures, interaction

CSI 351

styles, interaction techniques (including the use

Systems Analysis and Design

of voice, gesture, and eye movements), and user interface software tools, with a special focus on

The students will learn how to implement industry

mobile user interfaces. Conflicts and trade-offs,

best practice methods and tools to identify and

such as affordability, practicality, battery life, and

confirm business requirements, propose solutions,

suitability for differing groups of users, will be

develop technical specifications usable in the

discussed.

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Th i s co u r s e cove r s A n d ro i d a p p l i c a t i o n

design process, and communicate effectively to management, customers, and software

CSI 434

developers. Other topics include Business Process

Business Intelligence

Diagramming, Data Flow Diagrams, Entity Relationship Diagrams, and other techniques

The students will learn the concepts and principles

that help confirm understanding and agreement

of Business Intelligence. The course covers

between the various parties.

the complete lifecycle of designing, building and managing business intelligence systems. Students will be introduced, step by step, to the various phases and complexities in building and supporting successful business intelligence and

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decision support systems. Business Intelligence

technical documentation, with user testing of

(BI) systems are applications and technologies for

documentation.

performing data mining and analysis on business customer, product and transaction information

CSI 483

to discover new business opportunities and

IT Project Management

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opportunities for efficiency. Emphasis will be placed on how to summarize and present findings

In this course the students will learn the concepts,

in a manner which produces instant recognition

methodologies, and tools to successfully plan,

of the value of the information and supports

manage, and deploy an IT development project.

recommendations for a business client or project.

The students will employ the discipline of

*Course is designed to be software vendor-neutral.

organizing and managing resources in a way that

Students whose employer, or potential employer,

the project is completed within defined scope,

uses a particular Database or BI platform, may use

quality, time and cost constraints. Mastering

that software to complete any class projects.

project management with the application of agile methodologies and securing coding is a key to

CSI 443

gaining a competitive advantage. Budgeting

Web Programming for Mobile Devices

and Procurement of Vendor Hardware/Software systems will also be covered.

The students will learn the principles of advanced application design for mobile devices. The focus

CSI 493

is on the applicationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s user experience (Human

Senior Capstone Project

computer Interaction) specific to mobile devices, and providing value to the user. Includes design

The Senior Capstone Project is designed to be a

principles for applications that are intended to run

quarter-long project, involving from 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4 students.

on multiple mobile device platforms, and which

The students involved must have successfully

adapt to the different screen sizes and capabilities

completed the IT Project Management course.

that mobile devices offer, and how to optimize

Students will submit their project proposal

media for mobile and desktop.

for approval, prior to the start of this course. The project may be an original invention of the

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student(s) involved, or it may be undertaken on

Software Application Testing

behalf of a non-profit agency, or an employer

and Deployment

(with permission of faculty). The project should be designed to demonstrate what the student(s)

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This course covers advanced topics, like time and

have learned over their Application Development

cost estimation, feature and function tradeoff

curriculum, including applying their knowledge

analysis and risk management. The students will

and ability to plan and manage IT projects

also learn different software testing techniques

successfully. In their project plan, student(s) will

like TDD, unit testing, and functional testing with

define project scope, create workable project

an emphasis on secure coding. Component based

plans, and manage their project with quality,

software development, and issues in deployment

budget, and schedule in mind. The course is

including internal/external/cloud are also

structured around the key phases of project

covered. Finally, best practices in documentation

lifecycle, including initiating a project, developing

are required, including user manuals and

a project plan, executing and managing a project,

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and closing out a project. In addition, students will

aid principles, medical, injury and environmental

be coping with change management and political

emergencies, and blood borne pathogens. This

issues associated with project management.

course is approved by OSHA, WISHA (Labor and Industries) for healthcare providers. An AHA card

CSI 494

will be issued upon the successful completion of a

Cooperative Education/Internship

written exam and skills evaluation. In addition, the mandatory seven hours of HIV/AIDS education for

This course provides the option of cooperative

healthcare providers is included.

education/internship training in the BAS in Application Development program. Instructor

CST 103

approval is required. The experience may be paid

Central Service Technician Skills Laboratory

or unpaid â&#x20AC;&#x201C; up to 165 hours and 5-credit maximum. Students are introduced to and perform some of the basic hands-on tasks required of a Central

Central Service Technician Fundamentals

Service Technician. This includes the wrapping items for sterilization, learning both envelope and

The student learns the role and responsibilities of

sequential folding styles, and proper methods for

a Central Service Technician including regulations

heat sealing sterilization techniques. Students are

and standards, surgical instrumentation, cleaning

expected to identify a minimum of 100 instruments

and decontaminations, disinfection, sterilization,

and assemble into surgical trays. Students are

packaging and storing. Students demonstrate

given an overview of the proper handling and

knowledge of legal issues, HIPAA, safety

processing of endoscopes.

precautions/preventions. Student must model professional appearance, value diversity in the

CST 191

workplace and possess the ability to communicate

Central Service Clinical Practicum I

effectively and professionally with patients and staff. Students demonstrate knowledge of

Students apply their knowledge and skills in the

quality assurance and quality control and adhere

clinical setting. Students learn job search skills

to policies and procedures used in the clinical

as well as develop a resume for an entry-level

setting.

position as a Central Service Technician.

CST 102

CST192

Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR,

Central Service Clinical Practicum II

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CST 101

AED and Blood borne Pathogens Students apply their knowledge and skills in the This course covers one and two person, adult,

clinical setting. Student complete documentation

child and infant CPR. Students practice caring for

of the 400 hours experience required by IAHCSMM

a person with foreign body airway obstruction

certification.

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CUL 101

compositions and types used in the industry

Culinary Safety-Sanitation

are reviewed. Students learn classic knife cuts based on ACF standards and learn chiffonade,

Safety in the kitchen is covered including proper

bouquet garni, sachet d’epice, onion brulee and

use of all kitchen equipment. Basic procedures

pique, tomato concassée, citrus peeling, zesting

of Industrial First Aid/CPR as defined by the

and segmenting, and various vegetable specific

American Heart Association are incorporated

techniques. Students learn how to display proper

into lecture, demonstration and daily practice

knife skills and correct mis en place for setting

with students. Students have the opportunity to

up a prep station per industry standards with

become proficient in all aspects of proper food

emphasis on useable/unuseable trim and proper

sanitation. Rules and regulations of the King

food handling in production and storage.

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County Public Health Department are reviewed. Environmental concerns are covered as they relate

CUL 104

to restaurant and hotel food services concerning

Boucher

chemicals, sanitizers, cleaners, and MSDS sheets, and ways of controlling their adverse effects on

Students further hone their knife skills with the

the environment. Students learn preventative

fabrication of proteins, identify and fabricate round

measures to secure food during the flow of food,

and flat fish, poultry, pork, lamb, and beef based

based on the HACCP principles. Students have the

on USDA standards, grades and specifications.

opportunity to receive a ManageFirst Sanitation

Students participate in primal and secondary meat

Certification and a basic Industrial First Aid/CPR

fabrication in a lab environment while learning

card during this course.

the anatomy, grades, butchering techniques, total product utilization with standards for yields

CUL 102

and costing. Emphasis is on organization, and

Introduction to Food Industry

sanitation is observed. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

Students develop a historical and contemporary understanding of the hospitality industry and

CUL 106

explore career opportunities in the field. Students

Nutrition

learn the classic brigade system and Escoffier design of classification of food. Discussion of

The nutritional needs of the general public

kitchen staples to classical and contemporary

in commercial food service are covered with

sauces. In addition, the class covers the basic

emphasis placed on valid nutritional information

methodologies of stocks, sauces, moist heat, dry

from ManageFirst program. Emphasis is on the

heat and combination heat.

Food Guides and 2011 USDA “My Plate” as it relates to consumers’ diets as well as the importance

CUL 103

of roles of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and

Knife Skills I

vitamins and minerals in the body. The study of healthy menu choices, marketing, good nutrition,

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Students learn how to maintain and sharpen a

and weight control are completed. Healthy

knife, and practice basic knife handling techniques

cooking techniques are observed. Students have

for safety, accuracy and industry production.

the opportunity to receive a Nutrition Certification

Also, different knife manufacturing methods,

in this course. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102,

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and CUL 103.

teamwork are evaluated. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

CUL 107 Saucier I

CUL 110 Moist Heat Cooking Methods

Techniques and fundamentals of the sauce Students prepare various proteins and side dishes

opportunity to make; miripoix, roux, buerre manie,

using moist heat cooking methods; techniques

slurries, liaisons and egg emulsion. Prepare white

of poaching, simmering, boiling, and steaming.

and brown stocks. Prepare five classic mother

Proteins and side dishes apply to cafeteria menu

sauces (béchamel, espagnole, veloute, tomato

offerings. Seasoning, presentation and hot food

and hollandaise sauce and derivatives. Prepare

holding are discussed. Food quality, sanitation,

coulis, infused oils and vinegars. Mise en place

mis en place, and teamwork are evaluated.

and organization, planning, portion control,

Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

recipe, and utilization of product. Food quality, sanitation, mis en place and teamwork will be

CUL 111

evaluated. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and

Dry Heat Cooking Methods

CUL 103. Display the preparation of various proteins and CUL 108

side dishes using dry heat cooking methods;

Saucier II

techniques of broiling, grilling, roasting, baking, sautéing, pan-frying and deep frying. Seasoning,

Techniques and advanced techniques of the soup

presentation and hot food holding are discussed.

kitchen are reviewed. Preparation of clear and thick

Food quality, sanitation, mis en place, and

soup, consommés, purees, veloutes, cream soups,

teamwork are evaluated. Prerequisites: CUL 101,

bisques and chowders will be offered. Prepare

CUL 102, and CUL 103.

chilled, regional, national, and international soups, the garnishing of soups and proper serving

CUL 112

temperatures. Food quality, sanitation, mis-en-

American Regional Cooking

place and teamwork are evaluated. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL103.

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kitchen are reviewed. The students have the

Students will research regions of the United States heritage “melting pot.” The cooking

CUL 109

methods, foods indigenous to the specific regions

Entremetier I

will be reviewed. Prepare regional food from New England, Midwest, South, Northwest and

Prepare potatoes, grains, legumes, pastas eggs,

the Mid-Atlantic. The American Cuisine should

soups and a variety of vegetables. Preparation

reflect texture, flavor, color, consistency and

and cooking methods as blanching, par boiling,

appearance of that region. Smaller meat portions,

steaming, simmering, grilling, frying, sautéing,

low-fat intake, lighter foods, fresh food properly

roasting, stewing, braising and baking, cutting,

cooked, food presentation, and hot food holding

peeling, and trimming. In addition, proper portion

is observed. Food quality, sanitation, mis-en-place

sizing, seasoning and presentation are practiced.

and teamwork are evaluated. Prerequisites: CUL

Food quality, sanitation, mis en place, and

101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

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and CUL 103.

International Cooking CUL 116 S t u d e n t s re s e a rc h I n te r n a t i o n a l c u i s i n e ,

Garde Manger I

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methodology and technique of Continental and European cooking. The cultures, climate

Students learn about the Chaud froid process

and geography of Spain, Portugal, Germany,

and preparations of brined, rubbed, smoked and

Austria, The Netherland, Switzerland, Italy,

roasted meats. Preparation of compound butters,

Russia, Poland, England, Scotland, Scandinavia,

infused oils and vinegars, coulis and salsas.

Africa and Asia are discussed. Students display

Curing, pickling, preparation of hors dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;oeuvres

the preparation and cooking of the dishes, food

canapĂŠs, tapas, hot and cold buffet platter will

quality, presentation, sanitation, mis en place, and

be reviewed. Prepared foods, coulis, salsas and

teamwork are evaluated. Prerequisites: CUL 101,

accoutrements will be evaluated with an emphasis

CUL 102, and CUL 103.

on taste, textures and colors, and proper food handling techniques. This course involves hands-

CUL 114

on training in customer relations with direct daily

Delicatessen I

customer service. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

Preparation of deli salads categorized as: tossed, bound, composed, vegetable, gelatin and fruit

CUL 117

salads will be reviewed. Prepare vinaigrettes

Garde Manger II

and mayonnaise-based dressings. Prepare salad greens and proper handling with emphasis on

Students will roast, cure, rub and brine a variety

correct temperatures storing and service of cold

of meats for deli and pantry service.

food. Proper mis en place and preparation of

charcuterie fundamentals of forcemeats for

sandwich meats and cheeses, pizza and dough,

galantines, terrenes, sausages and aspic are

prepare and set up of salad bar per recipes.

prepared. Production of a composed cold platter

Customer relations with direct daily customer

for eight to include chemise, galantine, tureen

service will be evaluated. Food quality, sanitation,

and one solid protein smoked, poached, roasted,

mis en place and team work are evaluated.

braised or grilled. Accoutrements of salad, two

Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

standing garnishes and one sauce to be presented

Basic

and judged per ACF cold standards food quality, CUL 115

sanitation observed. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL

Delicatessen II

102, and CUL 103.

Prepare hot and cold Delicatessen Foods in deli

CUL 118

prep kitchen to compose and create special

Breakfast Cookery

salads and sandwiches. Students prepare

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closed and open-faced sandwiches, specialty

Preparations of breakfast cookery, including egg

sandwiches, advanced salads, aioli and chutneys.

styles, meats, batters, starches and garnishes

Customer service relations, food quality, food

will be reviewed. Students will be evaluated

handling, sanitation, mis en place, and teamwork

o n t h e i r s p e e d , e f f i c i e n c y, o rg a n i z at i o n ,

are evaluated. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102,

hygiene, cleanliness, presentation and health

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consciousness. Students are trained to fulfill

CUL 122

contemporary nutritional requirements including

Wine Appreciation

the ability to plan and execute nutritionally sound breakfasts. Customer relations service techniques

Wine, Beer and Spirits; this course reviews

are employed. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102,

the growing regions, history, soil, climate and

and CUL 103.

geography reaction to the grape varietals, hops and grains. Distillation and fermentation processes

CUL 119

to include the bottling process of the wine, beer

Bakery Basics

and spirits industry. Skill enhancement on pairing wine, beer and spirits with food is covered.

Bakery production including equipment, operation

Handling procedures, storage, presentation of

and maintenance and scaling, American and

beverages and WSLCB liquor laws are addressed.

European Skills in preparation of yeast, quick

Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

cookies. Organization, mis en place, bakery bench

CUL 123

skills, teamwork, time planning, cake decorating

Entremetier II

and display presentations. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

Prepare a variety of vegetable, starch, pastas, soups, egg and farinaceous dishes. Knife skills

CUL 120

to include; tourne, batonette, allumette, rondelle,

Purchasing and Receiving

paysanne, julienne, and chiffanade will be used in this course. Utilizing methodologies such

Students are involved with invoicing, pricing,

as; grilling, steaming, poaching, sautĂŠing, and

costing, and weekly inventories. Review and

broiling will be used in this course. Attention

participation in product identification, storage

to; appearance, texture, seasoning, quality,

procedures, inter-department transfers, and

consistency and ability to produce under time

inventory control, stocking procedures, FIFO

constraints will be reviewed. Mis en place,

system, and quality control are completed.

organization, coordination and ergonomics in

Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

the kitchen will be monitored and reviewed. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

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breads, puff pastry, creams, custards, pies, and

CUL 121 Dining Room Service

CUL 124 Fry Station

Students actively learn the importance of te a mwo r k a m o n g k i tc h e n p e r s o n n e l a n d

Prepare crispy, golden brown and flavorful fried

techniques of service, menu preparation,

foods with appropriate ingredient selection, mis en

suggestive selling, and point-of sale procedures,

place, costing and presentation of Ă la carte menu

organizing and placing orders, techniques for bus

items. Ensure quality, timeliness, correct cooking

station and dining room setup. Emphasis is on

procedures, attractive, appetizing garnishes and

personal appearance, customer relations, attitude,

presentation. Prepare sauces that are appropriate

hygiene and safety. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL

to fried dishes, consistency, ability to produce

102, and CUL 103.

under time constraints, organization, coordination and ergonomics in the kitchen. Prerequisites: CUL

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101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

specials, emphasize consistency, time constraints, organization, coordination between hot and cold

CUL 125

line as well as front and back of the house staff.

Sauté Station

Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

Prepare a variety of sautéed foods with

CUL 128

appropriate ingredient selection, mis en place,

Pantry

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costing and presentation of à la carte menu items. Ensure quality, timeliness, correct cooking

Pantry kitchen is part of the à la carte kitchen

procedures, presentation and garnishing. Prepare

line that creates; special sandwiches- both hot

classical and contemporary sauces compatible

and cold, specialty salads and cold food menu

with sautéed dishes. Emphasis is on consistency

items. Seasonal menu development with costing

and ability to produce under time constraints,

and plate presentations is reviewed. Cold food

organization, coordination, and ergonomics in the

preparation, holding for consistency, ability to

kitchen. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL

produce under time constraints, organization,

103.

ergonomics in the kitchen, and coordination between hot and cold line as well as front and

CUL 126

back of the house is covered. Prerequisites: CUL

Broiler Station

101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

Prepare attractive and appetizing grilled/broiled

CUL 129

foods with appropriate ingredient selection, mis

Advanced Techniques – Practical

en place, costing and presentation of à la carte menu items. Ensure quality, timeliness, correct

Demonstrate hot and cold preparation skills in the

cooking procedures, presentation. Prepare à

planning, developing, and preparing of various

la carte classical and contemporary sauces of

menu and food displays. Composed cold platter

consistency and compatibility with grilled dishes.

to ACF standards and the hot food preparation of

Emphasize consistency, ability to produce under

a 5-course menu for four portions is completed.

time restraints, organization, coordination, and

Mystery basket challenge to ACF competition

ergonomics in the kitchen. Prerequisites: CUL 101,

standards will be completed. Dishes are graded on

CUL 102, and CUL 103.

taste, appearance, cost effectiveness, feasibility and overall customer appeal, as well as strict

CUL 127

sanitation procedures. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL

Lead Line

102, and CUL 103.

Brigade system organization kitchen supervisor

CUL 130

that develops leadership and teamwork on the

Sous Chef

line is completed. Responsible for production

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of all food on the restaurant line, demonstrate

Students function as the direct kitchen supervisor,

the ability to lead and ensure quality, timeliness,

developing leadership and teamwork skills while

correct cooking procedures, attractive and

responsible for all kitchen production. Emphasis

appetizing presentations. Develop menu concepts,

is on daily assignments, production sheets,

mis en place, costing and presentation of daily

menu planning and product utilization. Hands-

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on food demonstrations to junior students and in

CUL 190

coordination of station production are completed

Co-operative/Internship Work Internship

daily. The responsibility of overseeing all functions of production in the kitchen and special events is

This is an instructor approved paid or unpaid

graded upon the instructor’s criteria. Prerequisites:

work experience related to the student’s program

CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

of study. Punctuality, attendance, and meeting the employer’s expectations are the keys to a

CUL 131

student’s success. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL102,

Capstone

and CUL 103.

Students are to submit their portfolio project

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and will be evaluated per instructor’s criteria.

First Aid, CPR and Vital Signs

The Capstone hot food cooking portion will be a This American Heart Association compliant course

create six portions of each course- two for

offers study and practice of Cardiopulmonary

tasting chefs, and four for invited guests with a

Resuscitation (CPR) and other skills needed in

minimal charge determined by your instructor.

providing first aid to the injured. The student

The menu comprised of appetizer, consommé,

re ce i ve s a n A m e r i c a n H e a r t A ss o c i a t i o n

fish course, Entrée, salad and dessert paired with

Healthcare Provider (BLS) certification upon

wine. The Capstone cold food portion will be a

successful completion of the course. Knowledge

cold food platter for eight per instructor’s criteria.

and skill are demonstrated by taking vital signs on

Prerequisite: All classes including the Co-op/

a patient and identifying and addressing medical

Internship are required.

and dental emergencies. Safety, asepsis, and PPE are reviewed. This course is taught at the in-depth

CUL 180

level.

Industry Communications and Human Relations

DENT 101 Dental Profession

This course provides the opportunity to learn the basic writing and oral communication skills for the

In this course of study, the student receives

culinary environment. Students author memos,

a thorough introduction to the field of dental

cover letters, resumes, and written culinary

assisting. The student studies the history of

directives. Oral presentations on the processes

dentistry, follows it through today, and explores

and training methods of food presentation are

the possibilities of the future. The student also

completed. Interviewing, conflict resolution,

studies the roles of each team member in the

and team leadership are also addressed. Race

dental office, professionalism, ethics and laws of

relations, sexual harassment, stress management,

dentistry, the dental specialists, abbreviations,

problem-solving, team development, and

and areas of service. Students receive a HIPAA

leadership techniques are all discussed in this

certification.

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six course contemporary tasting menu. Students

lecture-based course. Prerequisites: CUL 101, CUL 102, and CUL 103.

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practices these tasks in a laboratory setting while

Pre-Clinical Assisting I

assisting dentists in the Renton Technical College Dental Clinic. Safety and aseptic techniques are

In this course of study, the student begins to

evaluated.

acquire appropriate skills to interact with patients, maintain the operating field, use and manipulate

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dental instrument set-ups, transfer instruments

Expanded Functions II

while assisting with dental procedures, and perform other basic chairside procedures. The

Practice Act. The student practices these tasks

student also learns dental charting, steps in taking

in a laboratory setting while assisting dentists in

and pouring alginate impressions, and safety/

the Renton Technical College Dental Clinic. Safety

professional/aseptic techniques and procedures.

and aseptic techniques are evaluated.

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This course is taught at the in-depth level.

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Pre-Clinical Assisting II

Clinical Assisting I In this course of study, the student acquires In this course of study, the student performs

the appropriate skills to interact with patients,

clinical procedures with dentists in the facility

maintain the operating field, use and set-up

dental clinic. The student also demonstrates

dental instruments, transfer instruments, and

dental charting, taking alginate impressions,

perform other basic chairside procedures. The

pouring study casts, and professional/safety/

student also learns dental charting, taking alginate

aseptic techniques and procedures. This course is

impressions on manikins and pouring, and safety/

taught at the in-depth level. Prerequisites: DENT

aseptic/professional techniques and procedures.

102 and DENT 112.

This course is taught at the in-depth level.

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DENT 113

Dental Materials I

Clinical Assisting II

This course of study introduces the student to the

In this course of study, the student performs

properties and techniques for usage of common

advanced clinical procedures with dentists in the

dental materials. It also enables the student to

facility dental clinic. The student demonstrates

understand the rationale for the selection of

dental charting, taking and pouring alginate

materials for dental use and to prepare these

impressions, and professional/safety/aseptic

materials efficiently and correctly. This course is

techniques. This course is taught at the in-depth

taught at the in-depth level.

level. Prerequisite: DENT 103.

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Expanded Functions I

Dental Materials II

In this course of study, the student learns and

In this course of study, the student demonstrates

practices expanded functions as allowed in the

the knowledge and skill involved in mixing dental

Washington State Dental Practice Act. The student

materials. Students discuss the use/purpose,

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ratios, indications, contraindications and general

polishing study casts, fabricating night-guards

information about each of the specified materials.

and bleaching trays, custom impression trays,

This course is taught at the in-depth level.

cleaning and polishing appliances, preparing cases for the dental laboratory, and caring for and

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maintaining equipment and safety.

Clinical Assisting III DENT 138 In this course of study, the student performs

Business Administration

advanced clinical procedures with dentists in the In this course of study, the student gains

dental charting, taking and pouring alginate

experience in basic business administration

impressions, and professional/safety/aseptic

procedures for the dental office, including the use

techniques. This course is taught at the in-depth

of dental software and computers. The student

level. Prerequisite: DENT 103.

practices these procedures while working in the Renton Technical College Dental Clinic reception

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office.

Infection Control DENT 141 This course provides the student with the

Head and Neck Anatomy

knowledge and skill needed to prevent disease transmission and cross infection, and to clean,

In this course of study, the student learns the

disinfect, and sterilize instruments/equipment and

names and locations of the bones in the head

surfaces in the dental environment. Successful

and neck regions, the muscles of mastication and

students are then eligible to take the DANB ICE.

facial expression, and the nerves, lymph nodes,

This course is taught at the in-depth level.

and salivary glands. This course is taught at the familiarity level.

DENT 134 Specialties

DENT 142 Oral Anatomy

In this course of study, the student receives a thorough study of the dental specialties and

In this course of study, the student learns the

skills-related procedures, as they relate to general

names, functions, and locations of the internal

dentistry, that are officially recognized by the

and external landmarks of the oral cavity and face.

American Dental Association. Explorations of new

This course is taught at the in-depth level.

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facility dental clinic. The student demonstrates

and emerging specialties are also studied. This course is taught at the in-depth level.

DENT 143 Tooth Morphology

DENT 137 Laboratory Procedures I

In this course of study, the student learns the shape and function of each tooth, the surfaces

In this course of study, the student performs

and anatomical function of each tooth, and the

laboratory procedures associated with chairside

features of permanent and primary teeth. This

assisting, including pouring, trimming, and

course is taught at the in-depth level.

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Microbiology

Embryology and Histology

In this course of study, the student learns to

define and describe pathogenic microorganisms,

describe the prenatal growth and development

including bacteria, protozoa, viruses, rickettsia,

process of the face, teeth and oral cavity. Students

yeasts, molds, and aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.

also learn to identify the time table for eruption,

This course is taught in conjunction with DENT

shedding dates, and the structure and function

133. This course is taught at the familiarity level.

of tissues and cells. This course is taught at the familiarity level.

DENT 145 Anatomy and Physiology

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Psychology In this course of study, the student learns the functions and locations of the major body systems

In this course of study, the student learns to

including the skeletal, nervous, endocrine,

understand patient needs including how and

reproductive, muscular, respiratory, and skeletal

why people act and think the way they do and

systems. The student also learns body planes,

how the dental assistant can help to encourage

directional terms, composition of bone, and types

positive dental attitudes, and conflict resolution

of joints. This course is taught at the familiarity

skills. Students learn to communicate effectively

level.

including verbal and non-verbal communication, listening skills, transmission of information,

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and how to evaluate the communication that is

Oral Pathology

received. Students also learn concepts of culture, ethnicity, and race, including cultural biases. The

In this course of study, the student learns to

science of psychology, the science of the mind,

define and identify types of oral lesions, warning

mental processes, feelings, and desires are also

signs, how to prevent, and prognosis of cancers,

discussed. This course is taught at the familiarity

categories of diagnostic information, and to

level.

identify lesions. Successful students receive a 7-hour HIV/AIDS certificate. Students learn to

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describe conditions and disorders that affect

Pharmacology and Therapeutics

the oral cavity. Students also learn to recognize abnormal conditions and identify pathological

In this course of study, the student learns the

conditions, and how these conditions could affect

principles of pharmacology, terminology related

the health of the patient. This course is taught at

to drugs and drug use, and to identify the routes

the familiarity level.

of administration. Students learn the classification of drugs, types of drugs, drug reference materials, and parts and use of prescriptions. This course is taught at the familiarity level.

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Preventive Dentistry

Radiology III

In this course of study, the student receives a

This course provides information and practicum

thorough insight into preventive dentistry, the

in placing, exposing, processing, mounting, and

importance of good oral hygiene, how to promote

evaluating radiographs on patients. Students

preventive dentistry in the office, and procedures

expose radiographs using the paralleling

to control the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dental health. The student

technique and take bitewings, periapicals, occlusal

also obtains an understanding of nutrition as it

and panographic films in conventional and/or

relates to the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s medical and dental health.

digital processes. Students are required to take

Students give preventive oral hygiene instructions

patient films in the facility clinic before exposing

and nutrition counseling to patients. Preventive

them in the dental office. Aseptic techniques

dentistry is taught at the in-depth level. Nutrition

and professionalism are evaluated. This course is

is taught at the familiarity level.

taught at the in-depth level.

DENT 153

DENT 156

Radiology I

Radiology IV

This course includes radiation, physics, hygiene and

This course provides information and practicum

safety/aseptic technique information. It provides

in placing, exposing, processing, mounting, and

information in exposing diagnostic radiographs

evaluating radiographs on patients. Students

using the paralleling and bisecting techniques

expose radiographs using the paralleling

and occlusal films, as well as panoramic and

technique and take bitewings, periapicals, occlusal

digital radiographs. Maintaining x-ray equipment,

and panographic films in conventional and/or

processing, mounting and evaluating radiographs

digital processes. Students are required to take

is taught. This course is taught at the in-depth

patient films in the facility clinic before exposing

level.

them in the dental office. Aseptic techniques and professionalism are evaluated. This course is

DENT 154

taught at the in-depth level.

Radiology II

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DENT 151

DENT 171 This course provides information and practicum

Communications

in placing, exposing, processing, mounting, and evaluating radiographs on manikins (DXTTR units).

In this course of study, the student receives

Student expose radiographs using the paralleling

an understanding of written communication

technique and take bitewings, periapicals,

including, but not limited to, word choices,

occlusal and panographic films in conventional

punctuation and spelling, verbal and nonverbal

and/or digital processes. Aseptic techniques

communication, and listening skills.

and professionalism are evaluated. This course is taught at the in-depth level.

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Washington.

Human Relations DENT 194 In this course of study, the student receives

Internship III

an understanding of how to balance technical skills with human-relations competencies, find

In this course of study, the student completes the

greater on-the-job happiness, contribute more to

Internship requirements by working in a general

the productivity of the office, and have a more

dental office. The student applies basic chairside

successful, rewarding career. Students learn skills

procedures and expanded functions legal to

to help develop self-esteem, assertiveness and

perform by a Dental Assistant in the State of

tact, office interaction, professional attitudes,

Washington.

cultural diversity, and how to recognize and react

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to sexual harassment.

DENT139 Laboratory Procedures II

DENT 191 Job Seeking Skills

In this course of study, the student performs laboratory procedures associated with chairside

In this course of study, students gain experience

assisting, including pouring, trimming, and

in writing a personal resume, filling out job

polishing study casts, fabricating night-guards

applications, learning job search techniques and

and bleaching trays, custom impression trays,

job interview techniques. Students also integrate

cleaning and polishing appliances, preparing

information in order to achieve goals and gather

cases for the dental laboratory, and caring for and

information to participate effectively in a diverse

maintaining equipment and safety.

society. DENT152 DENT 192

Nutrition

Internship I This course of study, the student obtains an In this course of study, the student completes the

understanding of nutrition as it relates to the

Internship requirements by working in a general

patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s medical and dental health. Students give

dental office. The student applies basic chairside

nutritional counseling to patients based on the

procedures and expanded functions legal to

new USDA Food Pyramid. This course is taught at

perform by a Dental Assistant in the State of

the familiarity level.

Washington. DFT 101 DENT 193

Introduction to Drafting

Internship II This course is an introduction to the drafterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role in

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In this course of study, the student completes the

industry. Course topics include the fundamentals

Internship requirements by working in a general

of manual drafting such as linework and lettering,

dental office. The student applies basic chairside

scales, geometric construction, dimensional

procedures and expanded functions legal to

layout lead grades and the use of related drafting

perform by a Dental Assistant in the State of

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Mechanical Drafting

Architectural Computer Aided Drafting

Students learn orthographic projection, auxiliary

This class provides an introduction to the use of

views, and section views. The class also covers

Revit Architecture, including the production of

dimensioning machined parts sheet selection and

floor, framing and site plans, elevations, sections,

title block creation. This course is a continuation

basic electrical, window and door schedules,

of DFT 101, Introduction to Drafting.

perspectives, and cover pages.

DFT 111

DFT 121

Introduction to Solid Works

Introduction to Architectural Drafting

This course provides an introduction to the

Students are instructed in architectural drafting

applications and uses of parametric design in the

including drafting techniques, floor, framing and

industrial manufacturing environment. Students

site plans, elevations, sections, basic mechanical

learn configuration and command structure, pull

(electrical), schedules and specifications, and

down menus, and special access commands.

building codes.

DFT 113

DFT 124

Introduction to Computer Aided Design

Pictorial Drawing

This course provides a thorough introduction

Students learn techniques of Technical Illustration

to the applications and uses of AutoCAD in the

applicable to preparation of manuals and other

industrial manufacturing environment. Students

engineering support documentation. Topics

learn PC workstation components, configuration

include line illustration, pictorial illustration,

and command structure, pull down menus and

dimetric, trimetric and perspective drawings.

special access commands, geometric construction, dimensioning, and drawing editing.

DFT 128 Civil Design

DFT 115 Structural Detailing

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DFT 106

This class acquaints students with the basics of site plan layout using Civil 3D. Students learn how

Course content introduces the students to

to draft plan and profile, topographical maps, and

commercial grade construction practices and

other survey/civil drawings.

materials. This class also focuses on rigid frame construction using heavy duty steel, wood

DFT 132

laminates, and reinforced concrete wall and floor

Document Control

systems. Students determine the current status and location of any given drawing. Course content includes the handling and storage of drawing originals, methods of filing and number allocation, types of reproduction and distribution, and drawing RTC.edu

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changes of both hard copy and electronic files.

DFT 201 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

DFT 154 Software Applications for Drafters

This course further develops the concepts of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing and

Students use personal computers to draw and

related practices used on engineering drawings

produce publications that are easy to read,

with emphasis placed on applied design,

accurate, and appropriate to their function.

production standards and interchangeability.

Coursework covers hardware, software, techniques for writing printed materials, and basic page

DFT 206

layout. Students learn the process of creating a

Advanced Mechanical Drafting

working schedule for production drawings.

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Students learn to create production drawings DFT 175

including parts lists for detail, assembly, and

Technical Communications

installation drawings. Drawing notations, special labeling and assembly notes and fastener systems

Technical communication encompasses research

are also covered. This course is a continuation of

and creation of information about technical

DFT 106.

processes or products directed to a targeted audience through various forms of media. This

DFT 213

course will provide students with the necessary

Advanced CAD

skills to effectively communicate technical information both orally and in writing.

The students will use the motion simulation feature within Autodesk Inventor software to

DFT 183

analyze assembly constraints in a 3D model,

Business Leadership for Drafting

identify relevant rigid bodies, generate correct motion joints, and compute dynamic behavior.

This class introduces students to concepts of

This course provides an understanding of how

professionalism and ethics, conflict resolution

the design behaves, including the position and

techniques, and management procedures as

velocity of moving parts.

applied to practical workplace situations. DFT 294 DFT 185

Cooperative Education/Internship

Job Readiness This course provides the option of cooperative/ This course prepares students to seek and obtain

internship training in Drafting, within the

employment by providing instruction in job search

prescribed hours of the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s program of

strategies, resume writing, interview skills, and

study. Instructor approval is required, and the

career planning. Students are also instructed in

experience can be either paid or unpaid.

employability traits such as work ethics, personal appearance and grooming, punctuality, and corporate citizenship.

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nutrition standards, and implementing diverse

Engineering Design Technical

learning activities for music and movement.

Summer Practicum

Students discuss and evaluate workplace competencies, job skills, and ethics necessary for

This lab course is based on knowledge gained

success. ECC 192.

in the first three quarters of the program. The students work on longer projects in mechanical,

ECC 193

and architectural utilizing drafting and CAD skills.

Intro to Curriculum

ECC 120

This third quarter practicum continues to

Culture and Diversity

reinforce diversity principles discussed during the first two quarters. Students discuss culturally relevant positive guidance techniques, observing

biases in our communities and how these biases

and recording children’s behaviors and ways

affect young children and the development of

to support families and children from diverse

positive self-esteem. Techniques, principles, and

backgrounds. By the end of this quarter, students

methodology used in “Anti-Bias Curriculum”

are able to develop and implement curriculum

text are discussed, and students recreate their

activities and ideas for math and science, creative

curriculum and environment to reflect anti-bias

art, and stories and literature to create a child-

and culturally relevant principles in their setting in

centered and culturally diverse program.

relation to specific groups of children and families served.

ECC 202 Technology for Teachers

ECC 185 Curriculum Development II

This introductory course introduces students the basic operations of Microsoft Windows products.

Scaffold observational and planning skills to

Students learn the basics of Word, PowerPoint

create curriculum that is culturally sensitive and

and Publisher, and to create, save and attach

inclusive, and that prepares children (0-8 years)

email documents to use in their Early Childhood

for success in school.

settings.

ECC 192

ECC 290

Intro to Safe, Healthy Learning

Practicum IV

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In this Human Relations course, students examine

Environments; Observation This final practicum requires students to practice This second quarter practicum experience will

and implement effective cultural communication

continue to build on knowledge and information

techniques and strategies to support families

covered during first quarter, and includes an

from diverse backgrounds. Students focus on

on-going discussion supporting multi-cultural

implementing a multi-cultural and anti-bias

and anti-bias approaches. Emphasis is placed

approach to early childhood curriculum in their

on preparing and evaluating a culturally diverse

programs. Outcomes/competencies are based on

and developmentally appropriate learning

the Washington State Skill Standards.

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ECCS 201

ECED &130

Management of Child Care

Guiding Behavior

Programsâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Working with Adults Examine the principles and theories promoting This class is designed to enhance knowledge

social competence in young children and

and skills in managing and developing staff

creating safe learning environments. Develop

members and teams. Focus is on successful staff

skills promoting effective interactions, providing

recruitment, selection, orientation, supervision,

positive individual guidance, and enhancing group

and training. Find out how to identify staff training

experiences.

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needs, understand how adults learn, and design and deliver training. This course meets the STARS

ECED& 107

requirement for coursework on teaching adults.

Health, Safety and Nutrition

ECCS 203

Develop knowledge and skills to ensure good

Management of Child Care Programs

health, nutrition, and safety of children in group

Managing Quality Programs

care and education programs. Recognize the signs of abuse and neglect, responsibilities for

This hands-on interactive class is designed for

mandated reporting, and available community

early childhood/school age professionals seeking

resources.

to increase their skill in leading quality programs and creating communities of learners. This class

ECED& 120

explores tools that deepen child development

Practicumâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Nurturing Relationships

knowledge and how to apply it in daily teaching. Learn to successfully manage diversity, recognize

Apply theories of best practice in an early

different communication styles, and how

learning setting. Focus on developing supportive

to negotiate conflict. Become skilled at the

relationships while keeping children healthy &

basics of program observation, evaluation, and

safe.

accreditation. This course meets the on-going annual STARS requirement.

ECED& 132 Nurturing Care: Infants and Toddlers

ECED &105 Introduction to Early Childhood

Examine the unique developmental needs of infants and toddlers. Study the role of the caregiver,

Overview of the foundations of early childhood

relationships with families, developmentally

education. Examine theories defining the field,

appropriate practices, nurturing environments for

issues and trends, best practices, and program

infants and toddlers, and culturally relevant care.

models. Observe children, professionals, and programs in action.

ECED& 134 Family Child Care Learn the basics of home/family child care p r o g r a m m a n a g e m e n t . To p i c s i n c l u d e : licensing requirements; business management;

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relationship building; health, safety, & nutrition;

ECED& 190

guiding behavior and; promoting growth and

Observation and Assessment

development. Collect and record observation of and assessment ECED& 139

data in order to plan for and support the child,

Administration of Early Learning

the family, the group and the community. Practice reflection techniques, summarizing conclusions

Develop administrative skills required to develop,

and communicating findings.

open, operate, manage, and assess early childhood education and care programs. Explore techniques

EDUC &115

and resources available for Washington State

Child Development

licensing and NAEYC standard compliance. B u i l d a f u n c t i o n a l u n d e r st a n d i n g o f t h e foundation of child development, prenatal to

Curriculum Development

early adolescence. Focus on the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development of children,

Investigate learning theory, program planning,

reflective of cross cultural and global perspectives.

and tools for curriculum development promoting

Develop skills in observing and documenting

language, fine/gross motor, social-emotional,

child growth and development identify theory in

cognitive and creative skills and growth in young

practice, and critical reflection of assumptions.

children (birth-age 8). EDUC& 136 ECED& 170

School Age Care

Environments for Young Children Develop skills to provide developmentally Focus on the adultâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role in designing, evaluating,

appropriate and culturally relevant activities and

and improving indoor and outdoor environments

care, specifically: preparing the environment,

w h i c h e n s u re q u a l i t y l e a r n i n g , n u r t u r i n g

implementing curriculum, building relationships,

experiences, and optimize the development of

guiding academic/social skill development, and

young children.

community outreach.

ECED& 180

EDUC& 150

Language and Literacy Development

Child, Family & Community

Develop teaching strategies for language

Integrate the family and community contexts

acquisition and literacy skill development at each

in which a child develops. Explore cultures and

developmental stage (birth-age 8) through the

demographics of families in society, community

four interrelated areas of speaking, listening,

resources, strategies for involving families in the

writing, and reading.

education of their child, and tools for effective

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ECED& 160

communication.

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EDUC& 203

FAS 115

Exceptional Child

Electrical/Electronic Systems

A comprehensive introduction to the field of

This course prepares students for Ford Motor

special needs children and their families, including

Company Service Technician Specialty Training

an examination of legislative action, Individualized

certification in specialty 34, Automotive

E d u c a t i o n P ro g ra m ( I E P ) , h a n d i c a p p i n g

Electrical/Electronic System Repair. Students

conditions, child abuse, drug and alcohol effects,

learn electrical/electronic theory, application,

and socioeconomic, societal, and cultural factors

diagnosis and repair based on Ford/NATEF

that affect family functioning.

competencies through web-based, classroom and

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lab instruction. Topics include: Battery, starting FAS 101

and charging system service, lighting system

Safety and Environmental Issues

repair, automotive accessory diagnosis, electrical, electronic and multiplex system diagnosis and

This course prepares students in the proper

scan tool usage. Students prepare for ASE

safety procedures and usage of shop equipment

certification in Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6).

and chemicals, as well as identification, handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous automotive

FAS 118

waste products through web-based classroom

Brake Systems

and lab instruction. This course prepares students for Ford Motor FAS 111

Company Service Technician Specialty Training

Pre-Delivery Inspections

certification in specialty 38, Brake System Repair. Students learn basic brake and anti-lock system

This course prepares students to perform

theory, application, diagnosis and repair based on

automotive pre-delivery inspection to Ford

Ford/NATEF competencies through web-based

standards using a Pre-Delivery Service Record

classroom, and lab instruction. Students learn on-

checklist, through web-based classroom and lab

car machining, brake service and antilock repair.

instruction.

Students prepare for ASE certification in Brakes (A5).

FAS 112 Basic Shop Skills This course prepares students in basic shop skills

FAS 119

such as: using hand tools, measuring devices,

Steering & Suspension Systems

automotive shop equipment, tire service, fastener application, and basic welding operations.

This course prepares students for Ford Motor

S t u d e n t s l e a r n n av i g a t i o n o f e l e c t ro n i c

Company Service Technician Specialty certification

service information and written publications.

in specialty 33, Steering and Suspension System Repair. Students learn steering and suspension theory, application, diagnosis and repair based on Ford/NATEF competencies through web-based classroom and lab instruction. Topics include:

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steering/suspension diagnosis and service,

per EPA regulations and prepare for EPA

multiplexed steering and suspension service,

recycling certification. Students prepare for ASE

wheel alignment and wheel service. Students

certification in Heating/Air Conditioning (A7).

prepare for ASE certification in Suspension & Steering (A4).

FAS 171 Written Communications

FAS 120 Engine Repair

Students develop writing skills to describe repairs, repair procedures, and suggestions for further

This course prepares students for Ford Motor

maintenance. Students learn to prepare a cover

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letter and resume for employment opportunities.

certification in specialty 32, Gasoline Engine Repair. FAS 191

diagnosis, disassembly, inspection, component

Cooperative Training I Part A

measurement and reassembly techniques of gasoline and diesel engines based on Ford/NATEF

Students work in the dealership developing

competencies through web-based classroom

competencies covered in Safety and Environmental

and lab instruction. Students prepare for ASE

Issues, Basic Shop Skills, Electrical/Electronic

certification in Engine Repair (A1).

Systems and Pre-Delivery Inspection courses.

FAS 123

FAS 192

Diesel Fundamentals

Cooperative Training I Part B

This course prepares students for Ford Motor

Continuation of FAS 192, Cooperative Training I

Company Service Technician Specialty Training

Part A.

certification in specialty 51, Diesel Engine Performance, and specialty 52, Diesel Engine

FAS 193

Repair through web-based classroom and lab

Cooperative Training II

instruction. Students learn basic diesel operation, as well as proper use of special diesel diagnostic

Students work in the dealership developing

tools and equipment.

competencies in brake systems and steering and

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This course covers engine theory, operation and

suspension systems. FAS 124 Climate Control Systems

FAS 216 Manual Transmissions and Drivetrains

This course prepares students for Ford Motor Company Service Technician Specialty Training

Th i s co u r s e p re p a re s s t u d e n t s f o r Fo rd

certification in specialty 35, Climate Control

Motor Company Service Technician Specialty

Systems. Students learn climate control theory,

Training certification in specialty 36, Manual

application, diagnosis and repair based on

Transmission and Drivetrain Repair. Students

Ford/NATEF competencies through web-

learn manual transmission and drivetrain repair

based, classroom and lab instruction. Students

theory, application, diagnosis and repair based

perform refrigerant recovery and recycling

on Ford/NATEF competencies through web-

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based classroom, and lab instruction. Topics

and repair, lab scope diagnosis and repair, on-

include: noise, vibration and harshness diagnosis,

board diagnostic system II (OBDII) diagnosis

differential overhaul, driveline service, manual

and repair, testing methods and methodology,

transmission, and transfer case overhaul. Students

and the laws, rules and regulations governing

prepare for ASE certification in Manual Drivetrain

emission testing in Washington. Students prepare

& Axles (A3).

for WSDOE Authorized Emission Specialist II certification.

FAS 217 Automatic Transmissions

FAS 282 Human Relations/Workplace Skills

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Th i s co u r s e p re p a re s s t u d e n t s f o r Fo rd Motor Company Service Technician Specialty

Students learn to develop professional workplace

Training certification in specialty 37, Automatic

skills. Topics include: Understanding human

Transmission Repair. Students learn automatic

relations, relationship with others, team building,

transmission theory, application, diagnosis, repair,

cultural diversity, and goal setting.

and overhaul based on Ford/NATEF competencies through web-based classroom and lab instruction.

FAS 294

Students prepare for ASE certification in

Cooperative Training III

Automatic Transmission & Transaxle (A2). The student works in the dealership developing FAS 223

competencies in engine repair, diesel fundamentals

Engine Performance

and climate control systems.

This course prepares students for Ford Motor

FAS 295

Company Service Technician Specialty Training

Cooperative Training IV

certification in specialty 31, Gasoline Engine Performance. Students learn engine performance

The student works in the dealership developing

theory, application and diagnosis of ignition,

competencies in manual transmission and

fuel, emissions and on board diagnostic systems

drivetrain and automatic transmissions.

based on Ford / NATEF competencies through web-based classroom and lab instruction.

FAS 296

Students prepare for ASE certification in Engine

Cooperative Training V Part A

Performance (A8). Students work in the dealership developing FAS 227

competencies in engine performance, and

Emission Certification

emissions certification.

Students learn to diagnose and repair emissions

FAS 297

failure vehicles based on State of Washington,

Cooperative Training V Part B

Department of Ecology (WSDOE) standards through web-based, classroom and hands-on

Continuation of FAS 296, Cooperative Training V

lab instruction in a live work environment. Topics

Part A.

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HLTH 100

LGL 108

Tools for Success

Law Office Procedures II

This course provides the foundational tools for

Students learn procedures for effectively

successful completion of the Nursing Assistant

managing time, prioritizing tasks, and calendaring

program.

appointments and case events. Students also learn techniques and procedures for handling

HLTH 105

telephone and receptionist duties including

Medical Terminology

opening and closing client files. Students become familiar with ARMA indexing rules and records

Students learn and practice the fundamentals of

management including effectively organizing

medical terminology for identifying medical word

and filing paper and electronic files, indexing

structures and definitions. The information is then

pleadings, and handling exhibits.

same body systems studied in Introduction to

LGL 109

Anatomy and Physiology.

Law Office Procedures II

INDS 101

Students study the role of the legal secretary and

First Aid/CPR & AED

the importance of ethics and client confidentiality in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s law offices. Students study techniques

Teaches to effectively recognize and treat in the

and procedures for managing meetings, making

critical minutes until Emergency Medical Service

travel arrangements, and processing documents

(EMS) arrive. Includes general principles of first

for mail, facsimile, e-filing, and/or courier

aid, medical emergencies, injury emergencies,

transmission. Students also become familiar

environmental emergencies, blood borne

with time and billing procedures and with office

pathogens and safety precautions. Upon

supplies and equipment such as copiers, scanners

completion of written exam and skills evaluation

and facsimile.

AHA card issued. This course is approved by OSHA, WISHA (Labor and Industries).

LGL 110 Family Law and Estate Planning Procedures

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linked to the words and pathophysiology of the

LGL 107 Legal Resources and Citations

Students

define

terms

and

prepare

correspondence, forms and pleadings related Students learn the principal sources of law, the

to family law and estate planning. Students

structure of the United States court system, and

also process and finalize those documents in

gain familiarity with the court reporters, digests,

the manner prescribed by Washington law and

and reference materials commonly found in a

standard law office practices.

law office library. Students learn to correctly cite legal authorities and format pleadings and legal documents.

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LGL 112

to prepare a variety of legal documents and forms.

Litigation Procedures

Student also learn to automate procedures using macros, autotext, autoformat, and to use Wizards

Students define terms and examine the steps in

to create forms, pleadings, and a basic Web page.

simple civil and criminal lawsuits. Using mock cases, students prepare correspondence, forms,

LGL 139

and pleadings, schedule and calendar events, and

Spreadsheets

perform other routine tasks related to litigation case management. Students visit a court in

Students learn basic spreadsheet terminology,

session.

skills, concepts, and functions to create and

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format simple worksheets. Students also learn LGL 113

how to sort data, use formulas, work with ranges,

Business Law Procedures

create charts, use templates, and add clip art to spreadsheets.

Students

define

terms

and

prepare

correspondence, forms, and other documents

LGL 140

related to business law, real estate, and bankruptcy

Technology in the Law Office

procedures. Students also process, finalize and record those documents in the manner prescribed

Students examine technologies, software, and

by Washington law and standard law office

practices used in law offices such as case and

practices.

document management tasks, time and billing software, docket/calendar control, and electronic

LGL 136

court filing procedures. Students perform hands-

Legal Internet Applications

on activities using Access to enter data into database tables, create reports and labels, and

Students learn key terminology, concepts, and

perform simple queries. Also, students gain

functions needed to navigate on the Internet

hands-on experience using Outlook for e-mailing,

and to copy and/or hyperlink data between

calendaring, managing tasks, and creating and

the Internet and documents created in other

maintaining contact lists.

programs. Students learn to develop basic search strategies, use web search tools, and evaluate

LGL 142

websites. Students also set up and use an e-mail

Presentation Software

account. Students learn basic presentation software LGL 137

terminology, concepts, and functions to create,

Word Processing

format, and run a slide show. Students learn to add animation, hyperlinks, and to import text

S t u d e n t s a p p l y wo r d p r o c e s s i n g s k i l l s ,

from Word into slides. Students also learn how to

concepts, and functions to produce multi-page

create simple organization charts.

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MAIN 112

Legal Keyboarding

Human Relations/Employment Skills

This one-credit module prepares students to

Provides

use computers in a legal setting by improving

communicating effectively with co-workers,

existing keyboarding skills through extensive,

supervisors and the public. Instructs students in

focused practice at a computer keyboard. Speed

the importance of work habits, personal hygiene,

with accuracy is emphasized and applied to stand

and attitude. Provides knowledge and experience

business documents.

in interviewing and job search strategies, and

discussion

and

practice

opportunity and advancement in the custodial LGL 176

industry.

Legal Transcription MAIN 114 Safety

finalize correspondence, legal documents and forms from voice dictation with emphasis on

Provides knowledge and experience with

using reference materials to find and correct

chemical use according to label directions and

errors, following oral directions and on increasing

environmental policy. Also includes training in

keyboarding productivity.

personal safety, public safety, fire safety, and procedures and work place security.

LGL 192 Job Search

MAIN 116 Basic Cleaning

Students examine the role of the successful legal secretary/legal assistant and the importance of

Provides knowledge and experience with different

ethics and client confidentiality in todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s law

techniques used in dust and damp mopping,

offices. Students create cover letters and resumes

vacuuming, window washing, waste removal,

and develop job search strategies and interviewing

sanitation of restrooms, and shower rooms. Also

skills to assist in their placement after training.

includes cleaning routines and organizational

Students participate in mock interviews.

skills needed to perform basic cleaning.

LGL 194

MAIN 118

Cooperative Work Experience/Internship

Floor Care

Students who are qualified may participate in

Provides knowledge and experience with caring

a paid, co-operative work experience or non-

for hard and resilient floor surfaces such as vinyl,

paid internship. Students may gain on-the-job

terrazzo and concrete flooring surfaces. Also

experience by applying directly to law firms,

includes proper use of equipment and chemicals.

government agencies, etc. and then working

Students will also learn how to develop a floor

part-time. Students may receive credit for work

maintenance program.

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Students learn to transcribe, proofread, and

appropriate to their training.

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Carpet Care

Document Production

Provides knowledge and experience with caring

Use word processing software to produce accurate

for carpeted surfaces and upholstery. Also includes

business documents including letters, envelopes

various types of carpet cleaning equipment

and labels, memos, tables, reports, agendas,

chemicals of carpet care and identifying the

itineraries, and minutes using standard business

correct cleaning methods used in carpet care.

formats. Includes proofreading. Prerequisite:

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Students must have keyboarding skills at a MAP 101

minimum of 40 words per minute OR passed MAP

Introduction to Medical Terminology

110 with a 2.0 or higher OR instructor permission.

Learning word parts of medical terms; word

MAP 120

building and definitions; medical terms as related

Customer Service and Human

to each system of the human body. Correct

Relations in a Medical Setting

spelling of medical terms and medical conditions is emphasized. Influence of different cultures on

Students are introduced to basic human relations

medical terms.

theory and skills. Focus is on the importance of maintaining positive relationships in a professional

MAP 103

and diverse workplace and functioning as an

Pharmacology

effective member of work teams.

Terminology for medication ordering, dosing, and

MAP 131

administration. Effective use of drug references.

Medical Records and HIPAA

Classes of drugs and common drugs in each class. Effect of drugs on living organs and tissues, side

Legal relationships between medical personnel

effects of drugs, contraindications, drug-drug

and patients; professional liability; intentional

interactions, controlled substances and schedules,

and unintentional torts; contracts; law of

and common drug regimens. Includes review of

agency; informed consent; professional practice

100 most common drugs and related diseases.

requirements; medical ethics; public duties and responsibilities; licenses and accreditation; work-

MAP 110

place legalities; influence of cultural mores.

Beginning MS Office MAP 132 Designed for novice computer users, this course

The Medical Office Part 1

covers MS Office uses and basics of keyboarding skills. Through a hands-on approach, develop

The course introduces the daily activities of

navigation skills with the keyboard and mouse,

a medical office including: computerized and

manage electronic files, send and receive

paper-based forms for patient registration,

e-mail; build keyboarding speed and accuracy.

appointment creation, telephone practices,

Prerequisite: Students must have keyboarding

insurance verification and compliance. Health

skills at a minimum of 20 words per minute.

insurance terminology and acronyms are also introduced.

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MAP 190

The Medical Office Part 2

Career Opportunities

This course builds on concepts introduced in

Course introduces students to the steps involved

Medical Office 1. Medical Office 2 introduces

in the job search process. Focus is on resume

reimbursement processes and procedures,

development, cover letters, effective interviewing

insurance claim completion, electronic

skills and the use of social media sites to research

claims submission, health insurance contract

and apply for positions.

requirements, additional insurance verification and compliance and downloading/uploading

MAP 200

electronic medical records information. Health

Ambulatory Coding

insurance terminology and acronyms continue to Application of professional skills in organizing,

passed MAP 132 with a 2.0 or higher.

analyzing, and technically evaluating records for accuracy and completeness in the ambulatory

MAP 145

health care setting. Covers assignment of correct

Introduction to Medical

code numbers to diagnoses and procedures for

Coding Classifications

indexing health data and processing insurance claims. Coding compliance in relation to fraud

Introduction to clinical terminologies, vocabularies,

and abuse in coding/billing. Students code 75-100

and classifications including SNOMED CT, ICD,

medical records. Prerequisite: completion of MAP

and LOINC, Current Procedure Terminology

145 with a 2.0 or higher.

(CPT) and International Classification of Disease (ICD) manuals to properly code and process

MAP 205

government and private insurance forms. Other

Disease Pathology

procedure/diagnosis coding systems include: Diagnosis Related Groups (DRGs), Healthcare

Overview of the many diseases and conditions

Financing Common Procedural Coding System

affecting the human body. Includes discussions

(HCPCS), Resource Based Relative Value Scale

of how cultural perceptions and influences affect

(RSRVS); and managed care referrals and

medical disease and pathology.

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be introduced. Prerequisite: Students must have

pre-certifications. MAP 236 MAP 155

Health Records and EHRs

Introduction to Excel This course introduces students to a variety Use Microsoft Excel to create, edit, and format

of health record maintenance requirements

spreadsheets; write formulas and use functions

for ambulatory care, home health, hospice,

to find numerical solutions; create charts and

mental health and long-term care. Emphasis is

add graphics to create visual interest; and

on understanding the selection and transition

manage worksheet data. Bookkeeping and basic

process to an EHR.

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MAP 260

MAP 278

Advanced Medical Coding

Excel as a Database

Students practice using ICD-9-CM, ICD-10-CM/

Application of Excel as a database, analysis

PCS and CPT by coding inpatient and outpatient

of record content and record management

source documents and charts. Students learn

are presented. Review of basic mathematical

the implications of DRGs and APCs and their

functions, measures of central tendency &

relationship to coding assignment and finances.

variability, principles of manual & computer

Theory and practice in coding problem-solving,

graphic display. Includes census calculations/

data quality control and use of the computer

reports and public health statistical data collection

encoder are emphasized. Prerequisite: completion

and reporting. Prerequisite: completion of MAP

of MAP 200 with a 2.0 or higher.

155 with a 2.0 or higher.

MAP 265

MAP 280

Quality Improvement and Workflow Analysis

Legal Aspects of Health Care Reimbursement

This course includes an in-depth analysis of

Legal relationships between medical personnel

the quality improvement processes and the

and patients; professional liability; intentional and

fundamentals of health workflow processes.

unintentional torts; contracts. Administration rules

The analysis and redesign will be discussed as

and procedures are emphasized, incorporating

a necessary component of complete practice

Medicare changes and other third-party payers.

automation (EHR conversion). The topics of

Legal and ethical issues regarding insurance

process validation and change management will

billing also are covered.

also be covered. MAP 291 MAP 268

Professional Practice Experience

Health Management Information Systems Prerequisite: completion of course requirements This course provides an overview of healthcare

with a 2.0 or higher AND instructor approval.

industry computer applications and technology;

Students obtain a minimum of 132 hours of

systems interoperability; healthcare facility

supervised work experience at an instructor-

databases/repositories; patient electronic health

approved facility.

records; and computer security; use of PubMed and other online resources.

MAP 293 Medical Coding Practicum

MAP 275 Current HIM Issues and Practice

This practicum is done with students coding approximately 100 real medical records from

Students are introduced to current issues and

a variety of inpatient and outpatient facilities

discuss and report on HIM (Health Information

utilizing online records under the guidance of

Management) topics covering the healthcare

a MAP instructor. The student does not go to

systems as a whole including provider, governing,

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course includes practical hands-on diagnosing,

Industrial Direct Current (D-C)

testing, and operations for single phase, including single and dual-voltage motors. Prerequisites to MART 125 are MART 111, MART 112 and AMATH

knowledge and skills in the understanding of the

171S, AMATH 172S. MART 125 is a prerequisite to

Electron and D-C Theory and electrical circuits as

all laundry, kitchen and refrigeration equipment

related to the appliance field.

courses.

MART 112

MART 136

Industrial Alternating Current (A-C)

Water Heaters

This course covers alternating current and the

The course covers the different styles, applications

electrical circuits as they relate to the appliance

and usage of water heaters, and the diagnostic

field. Prerequisite courses are MART 111 and

techniques required to service them.

AMATH 171S. MART 141 MART 120

Waste Disposers & Compactors

Industrial Solid State Electronics - Basics This course covers the necessary requirements Students learn the definitions and functions of

and skills to install, operate, diagnose, and service

basic solid state devices used in this industry.

disposers and compactors.

Students diagnose and service solid-state electronic components as used in the appliance

MART 143

field.

Dishwashers

MART 123

This course covers aspects of detergent, water

Diagnostic Techniques & Test Equipment

conditions, and the machine design for the proper operation of a dishwasher. The student diagnoses

The course covers the proper use of the

and services the machine, including interpretation

different types of test equipment required to

of schematics, cam charts, and electronic cycle

successfully diagnose the appliance electrical

charts. The student learns to instruct the customer

circuits. Prerequisites to MART 123 are MART 111,

on proper usage of the equipment.

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This course provides the student with necessary

MART 112 and AMATH 171S, AMATH 172S. MART 123 is a prerequisite to all laundry, kitchen and

MART 172

refrigeration equipment courses.

Industrial Communications

MART 125

This course is an overview to prepare the student

Electric Motors

with the communicating skills required to relate successfully to the customer, management and

This course covers the theory of operation for

co-workers.

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carbon monoxide.

Human Relations /Leadership MART 217 This courses prepares the student for the

Clothes Dryers

responsibilities of leadership. Emphasis is on the ethics and professionalism to work effectively

This course provides the student with the necessary

with co-workers, employers, and customers.

knowledge skills to properly diagnose and service

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domestic and commercial gas and electric dryers. MART 181

Emphasis is on student development of advanced

Industrial Business Procedures

electrical/electronic techniques.

The course covers how appliance service

MART 218

o rg a n i z at i o n s o p e rate w i t h e m p h a s i s o n

Stack Laundry Equipment

dispatching, routing, billing and parts ordering systems.

This course is designed to provide the student with the necessary knowledge to properly diagnose

MART 203

and service the stacked automatic washers and

Laundry Theory

dryers that are produced by the major appliance manufacturers.

This course provides the student with a fundamental knowledge of proper laundering

MART 220

techniques and strategies to communicate these

Combination Washer & Dryer

techniques to customers. This course provides the student with the MART 204

necessary knowledge to properly diagnose and

Automatic Washers

service the combination washer & dryer units and the different types of venting systems.

This course provides the student with the necessary knowledge to properly diagnose and

MART 222

service domestic and commercial automatic

Cooking Equipment

washing machines for the major appliance manufacturers. Emphasis is placed on student

This course covers the different styles of domestic

development of advanced electrical/electronic

cooking equipment. Emphasis is on components

diagnostic techniques.

and installation requirements. The student acquires the skills to provide service with the

MART 206

proper test apparatus and advise the customer in

Gas Control Systems

proper use of the equipment. Electrical systems diagnostics is emphasized.

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MART 232

Microwave Ovens

Refrigeration Systems Evacuation and Charging

This course is designed to provide the student with the necessary knowledge and skills to operate,

This course provides the student with the

diagnose and service domestic and commercial

necessary knowledge and skills to safely evacuate

microwave ovens.

and charge refrigeration systems.(Course is usually taught concurrently with EPA and Brazing).

MART 226 Principles of Thermodynamics

MART 234 Domestic Refrigeration Servicing

This course covers thermodynamic laws, laws This course provides necessary skills and

theory and provides the necessary knowledge to

troubleshooting knowledge to successfully

diagnose and repair/replace components in the

diagnose, repair and prevent reoccurrence of a

refrigeration sealed system.

wide variety of domestic refrigeration problems. Emphasis is on electrical skills, techniques, and

MART 228

sealed system servicing.

EPA Regulations and Refrigerant Recovery MART 236 This course provides the student with necessary

Light Commercial Refrigeration Servicing

knowledge and skills to safely reclaim CFC refrigerants to EPA standards. The student will

This course covers the skills and knowledge to

prepare to pass the EPA Refrigeration Technician

diagnose service, repair, and perform preventative

Certification Examination. (This course is usually

maintenance on light commercial type of

taught concurrently with Evacuation and Brazing.)

refrigeration equipment. Special emphasis is on electrical control systems and induction motor.

MART 230 Brazing Principles and Techniques

MART 238 HVAC Systems and Controls

Students

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of temperature and pressure, heat transfer

braze ferrous and non-ferrous

refrigeration tubing with silver and phosphorus

This course provides the necessary knowledge

alloys to appliance and refrigeration industry

to diagnose and repair light commercial and

standards. Additional emphasis is on developing

domestic air conditioners, heat pumps, and

the skills to braze aluminum tubing. (Course

the related control systems found in heating,

is usually taught concurrently with EPA and

ventilation, and air conditioning.

Evacuation.) MART 243 Icemaker Equipment This course covers diagnosis and repair of light commercial and domestic icemakers.

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MART 291

Muscle Energy Techniques (MET), Pregnancy

Job Search Skills

Massage, Sport’s Massage and other non-Swedish western techniques. The exact timing varies

This provides job search skills with emphasis on

depending on the best approach to teach each

interviewing techniques and developing behaviors

particular group of students.

which result in stable employment and promotion. MAST 102 MAST 104

Anatomy & Physiology I

Pathology I

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This course is designed to give the student Students receive a thorough introduction to

a working knowledge of the terminology,

human disease as it relates to the practice of

structure and function of the human body, with

massage with a focus on contraindications,

a foundational introduction followed by a focus

indications, treatment and referral guidelines for

on the following systems: integumentary, skeletal,

diseases of the integumentary, musculoskeletal,

muscular and circulatory. This course will explore

and circulatory systems. Students study the

anatomy and physiology’s relevance to massage

stages of inflammation, a key concept that will

including how massage affects these systems.

guide students’ clinical reasoning throughout much treatment work.

MAST 103 Kinesiology I

MAST 101 Massage Techniques I

This course of study provides the student with an applicable, working knowledge of the principles

Students are introduced to massage therapy

of movement in the human body. Included is

by studying the history of massage, hygiene

the study of bones, joints, and muscles of the

practices, draping, and scope of practice. Students

following areas: shoulder girdle, spine, posterior

engage in an in-depth study of the theory, effects,

trunk, abdomen, neck, face and head. Students

endangerments, indications, contraindications

develop foundational palpation skills of the above

and practical application of Swedish massage. The

areas and begin to build the knowledge and skills

course focuses on building strong foundational

to be able to teach their clients how to stretch the

skills, such as developing palpation skills with

muscles of these areas.

the ability to accurately assess and positively affect tissue. Practitioner self-care and proper

MAST 104

body mechanics are integrated throughout

Pathology I

Massage Techniques I and II. Students will be

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introduced to and begin to compare the vast

Students receive a thorough introduction to

array of massage modalities. At various times

human disease as it relates to the practice of

during Massage Techniques I and II and Injury

massage with a focus on contraindications,

Evaluation and Treatment I and II instructors will

indications, treatment and referral guidelines for

teach: Reflexology, Hot Stone Massage, Manual

diseases of the integumentary, musculoskeletal,

Lymphatic Drainage, Hydrotherapy, Integrated

and circulatory systems. Students study the

Massage, Myofascial Release (MFR), Deep Tissue

stages of inflammation, a key concept that will

Massage, Trigger Point Release, Seated Massage,

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much treatment work.

MAST 112 Anatomy and Physiology II

MAST 105 Acupressure and Traditional Asian Medicine

This course is designed to give the student a working knowledge of the terminology,

This course offers a theoretical and hands-on

structure and function of the human body, with

introduction to various Asian bodywork modalities

a foundational introduction followed by a focus

including: acupressure, Shiatsu, seated massage

on the following systems: nervous, lymphatic,

utilizing acupressure, Jin shin do, Acutonics

respiratory, digestive, and endocrine. This course

and Ohm therapeutics (utilizing tuning forks),

explores anatomy and physiologyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s relevance to

massage cupping. Foundational theories covered

massage including how massage affects these

include: Eight principles (including yin/yang), Qi,

systems.

Five elements, and Organ physiology. This course MAST 113

as two of the extraordinary vessels: the governing

Kinesiology II

(GOV=DU) and conception (CON=REN) vessels. The study of acupressure points focuses on

This course of study provides the student with an

those points that are most useful for massage

applicable, working knowledge of the principles

practitioners.

of movement in the human body. Included is the study of bones, boney landmarks, joint structure

MAST 111

and function with an in-depth study of the

Massage Techniques II

muscles of the following regions: gluteal, thigh and lower leg, feet, the upper arm and forearm.

Students are introduced to and begin to compare

Students develop foundational palpation skills of

the vast array of massage modalities. At various

the above areas and begin to build the knowledge

times during Massage Techniques I, II and III and

and skills to be able to teach their clients how to

Injury Evaluation and Treatment I and II instructors

stretch the muscles of these areas.

will teach: Reflexology, Hot Stone Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Hydrotherapy,

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Integrated Massage, Myofascial Release (MFR),

Pathology II

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introduces the twelve primary meridians as well

Deep Tissue Massage (which includes a variety of approaches such as pin and stretch, origin

In this course, students receive a thorough

and insertion technique, and golgi tendon organ

introduction to human disease, with focus on

release), Trigger Point Release, Seated Massage,

contraindications, indications, and treatment

Muscle Energy and Techniques (MET), Pregnancy

guidelines for pathologies of the central nervous

Massage, Sportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Massage and other non-Swedish

system, the respiratory system, circulatory system

western techniques. The exact timing varies

and digestive system.

depending on the best approach to teach each particular group of students.

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curriculum. Students prepare to take the exam(s)

Injury Evaluation and Treatment I

to become licensed massage practitioners. In the state of Washington, massage practitioners

This course focuses on treatment work. Students

have the option of taking either the Massage and

gain experience in consultation, postural

Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx) or

assessment, range of motion testing and specific

the National Certification Board for Therapeutic

treatment approaches to musculoskeletal

Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) to become

conditions, Students complete a case study that

licensed.

incorporates documentation and billing. MAST 171 MAST 126

Communication

Injury Evaluation and Treatment II

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Students learn communication and documentation In this course, students gain experience in

skills that are necessary for massage practitioners

the assessment of various conditions and the

working in a variety of environments: clinical,

development of treatment plans that result in

on-site, spa and sports. Students practice

positive outcomes.

communication skills which are necessary for developing therapeutic relationships, gathering

MAST 127

health-related information and exchanging

First Aid/CPR and Safety

information with the health care team. The focus of this course is on maintaining proper

This course covers one and two person adult,

documentation utilizing health history forms and

child and infant CPR. Students practice caring

SOAP charting.

for persons with foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO), pocket mask, bag valve mask, personal

MAST 173

barriers techniques and use of Automated

Business Skills I

External Defibrillator (AED). The course teaches to effectively recognize and treat in critical

In this course students will identify the types of

minutes until Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

massage they would like to practice. Students will

arrive. Topics include: general first aid principles,

compare and contrast employment options for

medical emergencies, injury, environmental

massage practitioners. This will include looking

emergencies, and bloodborne pathogens. This

at benefits, challenges and responsibilities of

course is approved by OSHA, WISHA (Labor and

being employees, independent contractors or

Industries) for healthcare providers. An AHA card

starting their own massage practices. Students

is issued upon successful completion of a written

will participate in activities to help them evaluate

exam and skills evaluation.

which job settings suit them best. Based on their findings students will participate in exercises

MAST 151

d e s i g n e d to h e l p t h e m a cco m p l i s h t h e i r

Massage Licensing Preparation

professional goals.

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MAST 174

understanding of the professional, ethical practice

Business Skills II

of massage.

In this course students will practice massage

MAST 191

interview skills. Students will write a resume and

Clinic

cover letter that spotlights massage related skills. Students will begin a job search. Students will

This course is designed to give the student

research business licensing requirements specific

the opportunity to prepare for a professional

to the area they would like to practice. Students

massage practice. Students will work with clients

who are interested in starting a private practice

in a school clinic. Students will practice proper

will receive guidance on an independent business

documentation for every massage. Students will

start-up project.

have the opportunity to practice additional tasks related to maintaining a massage business such as reception duties and marketing.

Human Relations and Professionalism I MAST 192 This course of study provides students the

Internship

opportunity to thoroughly explore and understand client practitioner relationships. Students learn

This course is designed to give the student the

how to maintain high professional and ethical

opportunity to prepare for a professional massage

standards as a massage practitioner. Key themes

practice. Students will work with clients out in the

which are addressed are boundaries, informed

field in a variety of clinics. Students will practice

consent, confidentiality, dual relationships,

proper documentation for every massage.

diversity, sexual issues, transference, counter-

Students will have the opportunity to practice

transference and business framework. Students

additional tasks related to maintaining a massage

read, reflect, journal, discuss and role-play to

business such as reception duties and marketing.

develop an applicable understanding of the professional, ethical practice of massage.

MEDA 102 Health Care Provider CPR/AED

MAST 182

Bloodborne Pathogens

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MAST 181

Human Relations & Professionalism II This course covers one and two person, adult, This course of study provides students the

child and infant CPR. Students practice caring for

opportunity to deepen their understanding

a person with foreign body airway obstruction

of ethical and legal issues as well as client-

(FBAO), personal barrier techniques and use

practitioner relationships. Key themes which are

of Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The

addressed are boundaries, informed consent,

course teaches to effectively recognize and

confidentiality, dual relationships, diversity,

treat in critical minutes until Emergency Medical

sexual issues, transference, counter-transference

Services (EMS) arrive. Topics include: general

and ethics in business. Students study industry

first aid, medical, injury and environmental

codes of ethics and laws related to the profession,

emergencies, and bloodborne pathogens. This

such as HIPAA. Students read, reflect, journal,

course is approved by OSHA and WISHA (Labor

discuss and role-play to develop an applicable

and Industries) for healthcare providers. An AHA

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card will be issued upon the successful completion

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of a written exam and skills evaluation. In addition,

Diseases of the Human Body

the mandatory seven hours of HIV/AIDS education for health care providers is included.

This course focuses on the etiology and symptoms of common diseases and disorders of the human

MEDA 103

body as they relate to specific body systems

Anatomy and Physiology I

and pathogenic agents. Emphasis is placed on commonly used diagnostic procedures and

This is the first of two courses that provide

treatment methods.

students with an introduction to the basic concepts of anatomy and physiology to include

MEDA 111

directional planes, basic chemistry, cell and

Pharmacology

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tissue structure, and the systems of the human body (integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous,

This course is an introduction to pharmacology

endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, digestive,

and the history of drugs; drug design, testing,

respiratory, urinary and reproductive).

manufacture and marketing; drug forms, routes of administration, the drug cycle, therapeutic use

MEDA 104

of drugs and the drug prescription. Actions, uses,

Anatomy and Physiology II

contraindications, warnings, adverse reactions, dosage and route, implications for patient care,

This is the second of two courses that provide

patient teaching, and special considerations for

students with an introduction to the basic

individual drugs are covered.

concepts of anatomy and physiology to include directional planes, basic chemistry, cell and

MEDA 114

tissue structure, and the systems of the human

Medical Terminology

body (integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, circulatory, lymphatic, digestive,

This course is an introduction to word origin and

respiratory, urinary and reproductive).

medical terminology relating to body structure, cells, organs, disease, surgery, diagnosis, and

MEDA 105

treatment. Also included is an introduction to

Introduction to Health Information Technology

basic anatomy.

This course introduces basic computing concepts

MEDA 120

and terminology as it relates to health information

Administrative Procedures

technology. Topics covered in this course include Information and Computer Science; Internet and

This course is designed to provide skills

the World Wide Web, Security/Privacy & Ethical

necessary for assisting in the front office. Basic

issues with the Internet; Computer Software;

administrative functions and practices related to

Networking; and Introduction to Electronic Health

the maintenance and handling of patient records,

Records.

patient histories and telephone techniques will be covered. Additional skills in telephone triage, office emergencies, treatment, and disaster preparedness will also be presented.

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and physical medicine. Administering medications

Medical Office Management

and injections are also taught.

This course focuses on the financial aspects

MEDA 127

of a medical practice including fee setting,

Clinical Procedures II

bookkeeping, banking procedures, billing and collection techniques, basic accounting

This course introduces clinical exams and

principles, payroll and management skills. The

procedures related to the special senses of vision

course also includes procedural and diagnostic

and hearing, digestive, urinary, female and male

coding principles and procedures, completing

reproductive systems, child health and obstetrics.

insurance forms for various state and private

Phlebotomy is covered in detail. Review and

insurance organizations. Students are provided

practice includes intradermal, subcutaneous and

with practical experience in data entry of patient

intramuscular injections, vital signs and charting.

a computerized billing program. This course

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will also review medical law and ethics that will

Clinical Procedures III

differentiate between legal ethics and moral issues affecting health care.

This course emphasizes sterilization and disinfection, surgical asepsis and minor office

MEDA 123

surgery, and continued practice of CLIA-

Electronic Health Records

waived tests. An introduction to the clinical lab, hematology, blood chemistry and serology are

The course focuses on the hands on applications

also explored. The class will also review and

and functions of an Electronic Health Record

continue to practice intradermal, subcutaneous

Systems. The Electronic Health Record (EHR)

and intramuscular injections, vital signs, and

systems are best learned via realistic learning

charting.

models where the learner explores the interplay of the various EHR capabilities in a clinical scenario.

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This course will also cover Health Information

Practicum Preparation

M a n a g e m e n t & Te c h n o l o g y ; I n t ro d u c t i o n to databases; Standards to promote Health

This course is a comprehensive review of the

Information exchange and Computer provider

clinical procedures performed by the medical

Order Entry (CPOE).

assistant. Its Focus is on preparing the student

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information and generating insurance forms using

for the transition from student to the health MEDA 126

care professional. It covers all major topics of

Clinical Procedures I

Clinical Procedures I, II and III; to include a review of pharmacology, charting and the electronic

This course is an introduction to the medical

medical record. Test taking strategies are also

record and proper charting procedures as well as

covered in this course in preparation for the

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and human relations required within a healthcare

Professional Development

environment. The course explores aspects related to the effects of illness on behavior, influences on

This course discusses common professional

human behavior and development, care for the

st a n d a rd s s u c h a s wo r k e t h i c ,c h a ra c te r,

dying patient, effects of loss, the grief process,

relationships, teamwork, communication and

stress management and the challenges and

etiquette, honesty, cultural competence, personal

responsibilities of health care providers.

image, and personal health and wellness. Emphasis is placed on the creation of different

MEDA 191

styles of resumes and interview techniques,

Practicum

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including cover letters, thank you letters and job search protocol. Students also participate in mock

The practicum experience provides the student

interviews. The extern experience, career planning

an opportunity to apply principles and practices

and workplace etiquette are also explored. A

learned in the program and utilize entry-level

review of test taking strategies are also covered

medical assisting skills in working with patients

in this course in preparation for the Certification

in a simulated clinic environment. Medical

Medical Assistant Exam.

Assistant practicum students work under the direct supervision of qualified personnel at the

MEDA 170

participating practicum sites, and under general

Communications in Healthcare

supervision of the department instructors. Practicum students are evaluated by supervisory

This course focuses on the communication

personnel at each site and by course instructors

process as it relates to the healthcare environment.

at the completion of the practicum experience.

Verbal and non-verbal communication, patient

Completed evaluation forms are placed in the

interviewing techniques, patient education and

studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; permanent records. Students must

cultural sensitivity are emphasized. Medical

successfully complete their practicum experience

assistant work related materials are utilized

in order to fulfill requirements for graduation. The

to communication skills including grammar,

practicum experience is unpaid.

punctuation and spelling. Development of critical reading abilities as well as academic writing

MLT 101

proficiency through readings, lectures and

Clinical Laboratory Procedures I

practice exercises will be explored. Students learn basic infection control principles MEDA 180

and procedures. Students learn clinical and

Human Relations

laboratory skills including review of venipuncture, routine capillary puncture, and special collection

This experiential course introduces basic

procedures.

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confidentiality, HIPAA regulations, and legal

Fundamentals of MLT

documentation.

Students learn the scope of practice and role

MLT 107

of the certified medical laboratory technician.

Blood Bank Foundations

Students learn laboratory safety, CPR, and HIV. Students also learn the proper technique for first

Identification of blood products, alternative

aid and CPR. HIPAA regulations are addressed.

products and the parameters of typing and

HIV training is included.

compatibility is the focus of this course. Blood bank record-keeping, quality assurance procedures, receiving and completion of stat

Laboratory Safety, CPR, HIV

orders for blood products are addressed.

This course is designed to address laboratory

MLT 108

safety and prevention of HIV. Students also learn

Blood bank Lab

first aid and CPR competencies. Clinical experiences within a simulation of blood MLT 104

banking and case analysis.

Coagulation MLT 109 Students learn principles and theory of

Multicultural Applications

coagulation and explore mechanisms involved in coagulation disorders. Laboratory techniques

Concepts regarding multicultural relations

used to diagnose disease both primary and

when working with the laboratory focus on

secondary and fibrinolysis and monitor treatment.

communication, documentation and ethical

Normal coagulation activity, deficiencies and

situations in the work place.

procedures is performed. MLT 110 MLT 105

Clinical Fundamental Chemistry

Coagulation Lab

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MLT 103

Students learn clinical chemistry techniques The laboratory focus is on manual and automated

and procedures for routine analysis using

applications of coagulation with simulation and

potentiometric, photometric, and separation

case study analysis.

techniques. Pathophysiology and methodologies for carbohydrate, lipoids, proteins, blood base

MLT 106

analysis and renal function are covered.

Law and ethics MLT 111 This course delves into the scope of practice as

Urinalysis

a Medical Lab Technician with legal and ethical aspects experienced in the work place. In depth

Students learn renal pathophysiology and the

review of patient bill of rights. Client rights and

fundamentals of urinalysis including physical,

tort law as it relates to health care malpractice,

chemical, and microscopic analysis.

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MLT 117

Urinalysis lab

Advanced Chemistry for MLT

Students learn routine urinalysis macroscopic

Students learn diagnostic techniques and

and microscopic for abnormal results and clinical

procedures for analysis using sophisticated

applications.

laboratory instrumentation. Topics include pathophysiology and methodologies for cardiac

MLT 113

markers, tumor markers, endocrine function,

Parasitology

hepatic, bone, body fluids, fetal function, and toxicology.

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This course addresses the identification and isolate of blood, intestinal, dermatophytes,

MLT 118

systemic and subcutaneous fungi. Theory and

Microbiology for MLT

clinical procedures are applied. This course presents the clinical significance MLT 114

of infectious diseases with emphasis upon the

Parasitology lab

appropriate collection, handling and identification of clinically relevant bacteria. States of disease,

Students learn procedures and techniques used

m o d e s o f t ra n s m i s s i o n a n d m e t h o d s o f

in parasitology and mycology labs including

prevention and control are addressed. Antibiotics,

processing, examinations and concentration

susceptibility testing, and viral logy is provided.

techniques. Staining techniques, wet mounts,

Normal flora, gram positive cocci, gram negative

culture and microscopic identification in

cocci, enterobacteriaceae, and gram negative

parasitology is covered.

bacilli are identified. Parasitology, mycology, and anaerobes are addressed. Clinical applications

MLT 115

of knowledge and procedures in hematology,

Hematology

coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, blood bank, chemistry, and serology in a variety of clinical

An introduction to the role of the circulatory

laboratories and/or hospitals are covered.

systems and heart, blood cells is studied. Erythrocytes and leukocytes, cell groups,

MLT 119

principles of production, function and normal

Microbiology Lab

parameters are addressed. Associated diseases are covered.

Clinical applications of knowledge and procedures in microbiology utilizing serology, mycology and

MLT 116

parasitology in the laboratory are studied.

Hematology lab MLT 120 Laboratory practices include manual and

Immunohematology

automated counting of cell types, routine procedures, and computerized tracking.

The course focus is on antigens and antibodies. An overview of the immune system including laboratory testing methods for diagnosis of

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immune system disorders, viral, and bacterial

MLT 183

infections is covered. Emphasis is on blood banking

Human Relations II

procedures and performing pre-transfusion cross matching.

Identifying and understanding interpersonal relationships skills related to patients and providers

MLT 121

of healthcare is addressed. Communication

Immunohematology Lab

techniques, active listening, paraphrasing, and reflection are covered as well as trust, empathy,

Students learn laboratory applications and analysis

professional credibility, and accountability.

of samples for immunology testing methods. Type MLT 190

are covered.

Clinical I

MLT 170

Students apply their knowledge and clinical skills

Communications

in the laboratory setting in the areas of urinalysis, blood bank, and coagulation laboratories in

Communications focus is on communication

hospitals, outpatient clinical laboratories, and the

skills for healthcare workers. Writing basics, and

blood bank.

preparing for legal documentation is emphasized. Emphasis is also placed on communication with

MLT 191

diverse populations and cultures. Students also

Clinical II

develop and enhance their computer skills for the laboratory practice.

Students continue to apply their knowledge and clinical skills in the laboratory settings in the areas

MLT 180

of hematology, parasitology, and the blood bank

Human Relations I

in hospitals, outpatient clinical laboratories, and the blood bank.

Focus on the use of oral communication and listening skills to build and maintain positive

MLT 192

relationships in the work place and in other

Clinical III

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and cross matching and computerized reporting

aspects of the medical laboratory. Leadership and problem solving techniques are emphasized.

Students continue to use their advanced knowledge and clinical skills in the laboratory

MLT 181

settings of microbiology, serology, and chemistry

Professional development

in hospitals and outpatient clinical laboratories.

Students review scope of practice and prepare

MLT 194

for the Certified Medical Laboratory Technician

Preceptorship Clinical

Examination. Students apply their knowledge and clinical procedures in hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, blood bank, chemistry, serology, under the supervision of a preceptor. RTC.edu

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MTEC 113

Machine Technology I

Blueprint Reading II

This is an introductory, self-paced manufacturing

This is the second course in the three-course series

theory course taught in conjunction with MTEC

on the fundamentals of creating and interpreting

121, Machining Fundamentals-Lathe. The principles

blueprints and/or engineering drawings. In this

and techniques of measurement, cutting tool

course, students apply proper conventions and

theory, saw operation, and manual engine lathe

interpret more advanced drawing layout and

set-up and operation are covered. Safety and First

specifications.

Aid/CPR are also covered and students have the opportunity to earn a First Aid/CPR certificate.

MTEC 115 Blueprint Reading III

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MTEC 103 Machine Technology II

This is the third course in the three-course series on the fundamentals of creating and

This is an introductory, self-paced manufacturing

interpreting blueprints and/or engineering

theory course that is taught in conjunction with

drawings. This course emphasizes the ability to

MTEC 123, Machining Fundamentalsâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Mill. The

interpret complex drawings and dimensioning.

principles and techniques of manual mill set-up

It will also introduce geometric dimensioning

and operation and surface and O.D. grinding are

and tolerancing in preparation for MTEC 140,

covered.

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

MTEC 105

MTEC 121

Machine Technology III

Machining Fundamentals-Lathe

This is a self-paced manufacturing theory course

This is an introductory manufacturing lab class

that is taught in conjunction with MTEC 125,

taught in conjunction with MTEC 101, Machine

Machine Fundamentals-Precision Machining. This

Technology I, giving the student the opportunity

class covers precision grinding and non-traditional

to practice techniques as they are presented. Skills

machining methods.

taught and practiced include inside and outside turning and threading, knurling, parting, drilling

MTEC 111

and boring in a fully equipped manufacturing

Blueprint Reading I

facility.

This is the first course in the three-course series

MTEC 123

on the fundamentals of creating and interpreting

Machining Fundamentals-Mill

blueprints and/or engineering drawings. This first course introduces basic concepts such as line

This manufacturing lab class is taught in

types, orthographic projection, dimensions, and

conjunction with MTEC 103, Machine Technology

tolerances.

II, giving the student an opportunity to practice the techniques as they are presented. Skills taught and practiced include: fixturing and work holding devices, cutter selection, and speed and feed

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calculations.

for their own learning by actively using various resources to improve their communication skills.

MTEC 125 Machine Fundamentals-Precision Machining

MTEC 172 Communications II

This is a manufacturing lab class taught in conjunction with MTEC 105, Machine Technology

This is the second course in a three-course series in

III, giving the student an opportunity to practice

which students develop effective communication

the techniques as they are presented. Skills taught

skills for the workplace. In this series, students

and practiced include precision surface grinding,

research, write, and present technical reports. They

and may include close tolerance turning and

practice daily interpersonal communication skills

milling.

through formal and informal oral presentations to the class and instructors. They take responsibility for their own learning by actively using various

Basic Metrology

resources to improve their communication skills.

Students learn important terminology and

MTEC 173

principles of dimensional metrology. Students

Communications III

learn to identify, select and use the proper precision measurement tools and processes for

This is the third course in a three-course series in

different applications. Quality assurance principles

which students develop effective communication

are also introduced.

skills for the workplace. In this series, students research, write, and present technical reports. They

MTEC 140

practice daily interpersonal communication skills

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

through formal and informal oral presentations to the class and instructors. They take responsibility

Th i s co u r s e d e a l s w i t h b a s i c g e o m e t r i c

for their own learning by actively using various

dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) methods

resources to improve their communication skills.

as interpreted in American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Y14.5M. Students learn to read

MTEC 185

and understand geometric tolerancing symbols

Human Relations

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MTEC 130

and terms. This course emphasizes the importance of working MTEC 171

in a team environment and the interpersonal

Communications I

skills required to solve problems. Additionally, the course familiarizes the student with business

This is the first course in a three-course series in

and personal ethics, leadership skills, sexual

which students develop effective communication

harassment preventive strategies, and meeting

skills for the workplace. In this series, students

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workplace.

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MTEC 212

MTEC 234

Manufacturing Resources and Research

CNC IV

This is a course in using the Machineryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Handbook

Surface modeling and higher complexity parts

and the Internet for locating information.

requiring a rotary axis are covered. Students learn 3-D programming with Mastercam and may be

MTEC 220

introduced to other CAD-CAM software systems

Hazardous Materials

such as SolidWorks. Students cut complex parts using multiple rotations and simultaneous 4-axis

Students learn safety and environmental

machining.

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issues, how the EPA, OSHA, and WISHA impact manufacturing, what a Material Safety Data Sheet

MTEC 235

(MSDS) is, and the liabilities of waste generation.

CNC V

MTEC 231

This course is a continuation of CNC IV. Students

CNC I

learn 3-D, surface programming, and machining using Mastercam and SolidWorks. Students

This is an introductory course in the set-up and

machine complex parts which may include

operation of CNC mills, using basic G and M

multiple rotations and simultaneous 4-axis

codes, hand written programming, CNC machine

machining. Five-axis machining is available as an

operations, coordinate systems, and PC to

advanced skill.

machine communications. Using offsets speeds, and feeds are strongly emphasized. This course

MTEC 240

also covers basic computer file management skills.

Manufacturing Trends

MTEC 232

S t u d e n t s l e a r n a b o u t c u r re n t t re n d s i n

CNC II

the manufacturing industry, such as lean manufacturing and composites. Teamwork is

This is an introductory course in the set-up,

emphasized.

programming and operation of CNC lathes. The fundamentals of Mastercam CAD-CAM software

MTEC 290

may also be introduced.

Job Search Skills

MTEC 233

As part of their job search plan, this course prepares

CNC III

students to develop interview presentation skills and to write an effective resume.

This course covers all 2-D aspects of programming with Mastercam and techniques for the set-up of

MTEC 291

more complex parts. This course covers more

Cooperative Work Experience/Internship I

advanced G-code programming and continued work with Mastercam.

This course is instructor approved, paid or unpaid work experience directly related to the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s courses of study. The hours worked during the

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cooperative work experience/internship replace

NA 131

certain assigned lab hours within the program and

Nursing Assistant Practicum

must be arranged through program instructors. The student demonstrates the knowledge, skills, MTEC 292

and abilities for safe and effective care as a Nursing

Cooperative Work Experience/Internship II

Assistant under the direction and supervision of a LPN/RN.

This course is instructor approved, paid or unpaid work experience directly related to the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

NURS 103

courses of study. The hours worked during the

Bridge to Nursing

cooperative work experience/internship replace certain assigned lab hours within the program and

This course is designed to assist with the transition

must be arranged through program instructors.

into the nursing program. Reading Apprenticeship

NA 101

laboratory component for fundamental nursing

Fundamentals of Nursing Assistant

skills will be included.

Students learn about the role of the Nursing

NURS 105

Assistant in meeting the basic needs of the client,

Reproductive Health

including legal and ethical implications. The mandatory HIV/AIDS content is covered.

This course builds on the foundational concepts previously learned, and applied to the concepts of

NA 103

reproduction, sexuality and development. There

Basic Technical Skills

is a focus on the holistic care of culturally diverse childbearing families which includes health risks

Students will learn all the skills necessary in the

and problems from preconception through

role of a Nursing Assistant to provide for an

adolescence.

optimal level of functioning of the client. Also included is a mock NACES written and skills exam.

NURS 107 Mental Health/Reproductive Health Clinical

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techniques to facilitate learning and a classroom

NA 105 Principles of A&P, Restorative Care,

Students in this course demonstrate the skills of

and Related Procedures

therapeutic communication, culturally competent patient-focused care, application of the nursing

The student gains basic knowledge of anatomy

process, organizing & prioritizing care for clients

and physiology related to care given by Nursing

with disorders in mood & affect, self, reproduction,

Assistants. Students learn to recognize and

and sexuality across the life span.

report abnormal signs and symptoms of common diseases and conditions. Principles and skills of

NURS 108

rehabilitation and restorative care are discussed.

Foundations of Nursing Practice This course explores concepts that form the foundation of practice as a registered nurse

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including communication, cultural diversity,

NURS 118

nursing process, pharmacotherapy, legal and

Alterations in Health Care Needs Laboratory

ethical aspects of care. Students demonstrate and apply principles of NURS 109

clinical reasoning by incorporating knowledge

Foundations of Nursing Practice Laboratory

of learned concepts in the lab setting related to safe, patient-centered caring interventions of

Using the concepts of caring and professional

intermediate-level nursing skills.

behaviors, students learn and practice basic nursing procedures in a lab setting. Physical

NURS 119

assessment, perioperative care, and medication

Reproductive Health Laboratory

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administration is introduced. Emphasis is placed on client safety, and maintaining a safe work place

St u d e n t s re c a l l p rev i o u s k n ow l e d g e a n d

environment.

apply the concepts of reproduction, sexuality and development to basic care of women of

NURS 112

childbearing age including postpartum and

Mental Health in the Multicultural Community

newborn assessment. Emphasis is placed on organizing and prioritizing care of the postpartum

The focus of this course is on the nursing care

client and family.

of clients experiencing alterations in mood and affect, self, and grief and loss. Key topics

NURS 195

include providing a safe client care environment,

Foundations of Nursing Practice

therapeutic communication, the nurse-client

Clinical Practicum

relationship, and crisis intervention. Utilizing the nursing process student provide NURS 114

c u l t u ra l l y c o m p e t e n t , p a t i e n t c e n t e re d ,

Health and Wellness

nursing care focused on physical assessment, communication, medication administration, and

This course focuses on the concepts of health

basic skills.

and wellness across the lifespan in the areas of health promotion, growth and development, and

NURS 198

physical assessment.

Alterations in Health Care Needs Clinical Practicum

NURS 117 Alterations in Health Care Needs

Students expand clinical skills of caring interventions in the provision of patient-centered,

This course prepares students to provide safe and

culturally competent nursing care. There is a focus

culturally competent nursing care by focusing on

on clinical reasoning, professional communication,

pathophysiologic changes indicating alterations

informatics, and safety.

in healthcare needs with an emphasis on the concepts affecting homeostasis, oxygen, and protection.

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NURS 203

NURS 210

Major Chronic Alterations in Health Care Needs

Complex Multi-Systems Acute Alterations in Health Care Needs

This course examines the management of chronic alterations in health incorporating

This course focuses on the care management of

previously learned pathophysiologic changes

complex alterations in physiological concepts

with an emphasis on maintaining an optimal

in critically ill clients. There is an emphasis on

level of wellness including caring interventions,

integration of previous learning, collaboration,

pharmacotherapy, collaboration, and teaching &

teaching & learning, communication, clinical

learning.

decision making, advocacy, and safety.

NURS 207

NURS 230

Major Chronic Alterations in Health

Transition into Registered Nursing This course provides students with the knowledge

St u d e n t s co n t i n u e to i n co r p o rate c a r i n g

and critical thinking skills needed to transition

interventions in the provision of competent,

from the role of a Licensed Practical Nurse to the

safe, client-centered care by focusing on

role of a Registered Nurse.

advanced nursing skills. There is an emphasis on applying clinical reasoning skills, professional

NURS 281

communication, teamwork, and clinical reasoning.

Leadership and Management

NURS 208

This course focuses on performing professional

Major Acute Alterations in Health Care Needs

behaviors related to the concepts of accountability, advocacy, collaboration, ethics, health care

This course focuses on the patient-centered,

systems, health policy and quality improvement.

culturally competent care of clients with major acute alterations in health throughout the

NURS 294

lifespan. Focus is placed on a comprehensive

Major Chronic Alterations Clinical

understanding of the interrelationship of major concepts as well as accurate, timely provision of

Students apply learned concepts using proactive

evidence-based caring interventions to maintain

clinical reasoning in the provision of legal, ethical,

and support homeostasis.

culturally competent, safe, client-centered nursing

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Care Needs Laboratory

care using effective professional communication. NURS 209

There is an emphasis on best practice and quality

Major Acute Alterations in Health

improvement in the clinical area.

Care Needs Laboratory NURS 295 Students demonstrate clinical decision making

Major Acute Alterations Clinical

in the management of common complications related to nursing procedures with an emphasis

Students expand on previous knowledge to

on quality improvement, client centered care,

demonstrate clinical decision making in the

informatics, and collaboration.

management of client-centered, culturally

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competent care with an emphasis on teaching &

OPH 104

learning, accountability and informatics.

Ophthalmology Front Office Procedures

NURS 296

Functions of the ophthalmic clinic and eye care

Complex Multi-Systems

professionals scope of practice will be covered.

Alterations Preceptorship

Students utilize techniques to obtain medical and

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ophthalmic history, transcription of information The student has multiple opportunities to

into the medical chart, and common terms/

synthesize and demonstrate the role of a

abbreviations used in history taking. Develops

beginning registered nurse under the supervision

skills needed to obtain accurate patient visual

of the preceptor and monitoring by faculty. This

acuity, screen for ocular abnormalities, and assist

includes authentic work tasks in the area of clinical

with low vision. Manual Lensometry and basic

decision-making, collaboration, evidence-based

optics including transposition are introduced.

practice, informatics, life-long learning, teaching & learning, and quality improvement.

OPH 106 Basic Clinical Skills in Ophthalmology

OPH 101 First Aid/CPR and Vital Signs

Students will learn to assist the physically or visually disabled patient including children during

Students learn the proper technique for First Aid/

the eye examination and procedures to ensure

CPR. HIPAA regulations are addressed, and HIV

patient safety. Basic optics test principles and

training is included.

techniques including applanation tonometry, pupillary assessment, confrontation visual fields,

OPH 102

tear function, color plates, slit lamp function,

Medical Terminology

extra-ocular muscle function and anterior chamber depth and examination of the adenexa.

Students learn and practice the fundamentals of medical terminology for identifying medical word

OPH 107

structures and definitions. The information is then

Ophthalmology Clinical Procedures I

linked to the words and pathophysiology of the same body systems studied in Introduction to

Theory and practical application of basic optical

Anatomy and Physiology.

principles and the human eye is the focus. Basic dispensing, lens measuring techniques, use of

OPH 103

lens clock. Maintenance and use of ophthalmic

Ocular Anatomy and Physiology

equipment is addressed.

Structures and function of the human visual

OPH 108

system. Anatomy and physiology of the eyeball,

Ophthalmology Clinical Procedures II

orbit and ocular adnexa are covered. Ocular triage and safety procedures are introduced. Emphasis

Building on OPH 107 students will learn to assist

placed on ocular terminology.

in clinical surgical procedures, aseptic technique and common ophthalmic surgical instruments are covered. Also ocular motility, prisms and Maddox

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rod are introduced.

Confidentiality, HIPAA, and public duties of health care providers, regulatory, legal issues, and scope

OPH 109

of practice.

Advanced Ocular Pathophysiology OPH 170 Ocular pathophysiology focuses on the structures

Communications

and functions of the human visual system related Communications focus is on communication

Students will identify the specific structures

skills for healthcare workers. Writing basics, and

involved with common systemic and ocular

preparing for legal documentation is emphasized.

diseases, disorders, and age related problems.

Emphasis is also placed on communication with

Introduction to microbiology, cultures and smears

diverse populations and cultures. Students also

will be included. Identifying ocular emergencies

develop and enhance their computer skills for the

and taking direction from a physician will be

ophthalmic practice.

covered. State mandated seven hours of HIV/AIDS training will be included.

OPH 180 Human Relations

OPH 113 Diagnostic Procedures

Identifying and understanding interpersonal relationships skills related to patients and providers

Fundamentals of diagnostic testing, visual

of healthcare is addressed. Communication

field testing, clinical optics, refractometry and

techniques, active listening, paraphrasing, and

retinoscopy and refinement. Scanning and

reflection are covered as well as trust, empathy,

imaging techniques will be covered, including

professional credibility, and accountability. Focus

ultrasound biometry. Basic contact lens fitting,

on the use of oral communication and listening

patient instruction and care will be covered.

skills to build and maintain positive relationships

Keratometry will be introduced.

in the work place and in other aspects of the ophthalmic office. Leadership and problem

OPH 115

solving techniques are emphasized.

Ophthalmic Pharmacology and Pathophysiology

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to disease processes, disorders, and aging.

OPH 183 Major ocular diseases and related structures

Professional Development

integrated with symptomology, treatment and common ophthalmic medications.

Focus on the professional aspect of ophthalmic paraprofessional. Included in the course is scope

OPH 118

of practice, preparation for certification exam, and

Law and Ethics of Health Care

job search skills.

This course provides an overview of the legal and ethical aspects of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health care environment. Rights and responsibilities of patients, health care providers, and professional liability as it relates to negligence and malpractice are covered. RTC.edu

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PHAR 102

Practicum I

Pharmacology I

Application of technical skills of clinical data, front

This course reviews the history of pharmacy

office procedures, obtaining patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health and

and drug development. Students are introduced

ocular history, measuring visual acuity, medical

to the basic mechanisms of drug action and

record management, and commonly used skills.

routes of administration. Students learn the uses, effects, and side effects of the major classes

OPH 191

of drugs affecting the integumentary, skeletal,

Practicum II

muscle and joints, nervous, blood and lymphatic, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, and

Application in ophthalmic procedures and skills is

endocrine systems.

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applied in general ophthalmic practice settings. PHAR 103 OPH 192

Top 200 Drugs I

Practicum III Students learn the Top 200 most commonly Advanced application of ophthalmic

prescribed drugs in the United States related to

procedures and skills is applied in a variety

the integumentary, skeletal, muscle and joints,

of ophthalmic practice settings such as eye

nervous, blood and lymphatic, cardiovascular,

centers, teaching hospitals, and private clinics.

respiratory, digestive, and endocrine systems. Emphasis is on learning the generic and brand

PHAR 101

names, therapeutic class, dosage forms, and

Pharmacy Technician Fundamentals and Ethics

appropriate patient information labels for prescriptions.

This course introduces the student to the role and ethics of pharmacy technician. Various

PHAR 104

employment opportunities in pharmacy are

Pharmacology II

covered. Students are introduced to the i m p o r t a n ce a n d b e n e f i t s o f p ro fe ss i o n a l

Students continue to learn the basic mechanisms

organizations as well as national certification.

of drug action and routes of administration.

Included is an overview of professional work

Emphasis is on learning the uses, effects, and side

habits, standards, the curriculum, and the ASHP

effects of the major classes of drugs affecting

standards for the development of the pharmacy

the special senses, urinary, male and female

technician curriculum for an accredited program.

reproductive, obstetrics, child health, oncology,

This course covers Healthcare Provider First Aid/

and mental health systems.

CPR and AED which is approved by OSHA, WISHA (labor and industries) for healthcare providers. An

PHAR 105

AHA card is issued upon the successful completion

Outpatient Pharmacy Preparations

of a written exam and skills evaluation.

& Record Keeping I This course provides instruction and practical application prescription order entry,

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counting, packaging, stocking, and labeling

required record keeping as it applies to inpatient

of pharmaceutical preparations using proper

pharmacy settings, emergency medications, and

equipment and techniques. Students are provided

the use of home infusion administration devices.

with instruction and practical methods in patient profile applications, and filing requirements

PHAR 109

including special requirements for scheduled

Top 200 Drugs II

drugs. Students continue to learn the Top 200 most PHAR 106

commonly prescribed drugs in the United States

Outpatient Pharmacy Preparations

related to the special senses, urinary, male and

& Record Keeping II

female reproductive, obstetrics, child health, oncology, and mental health systems. Emphasis is on learning the generic and brand names,

and experience in the compounding,

therapeutic class, dosage forms, and appropriate

counting, packaging, stocking, and labeling

patient information labels for prescriptions.

of pharmaceutical preparations using proper equipment and techniques. Students are provided

PHAR 130

with instruction and practical methods in patient

Medical Terminology/Anatomy and

profile applications, third party billing, and filing

Physiology for Pharmacy Technicians I

requirements including special requirements for scheduled drugs. Emphasis is given to increasing

Students learn medical abbreviations and

speed and accuracy in filling pharmaceutical

terminology. Students survey structure and

preparations.

function of the human body with emphasis on learning the major organs and processes related

PHAR 107

to cells. Nervous, blood, lymphatic, cardiovascular,

IV Admixture Advanced Techniques

respiratory, muscular-skeletal, and endocrine systems.

Students apply advanced preparation techniques in mixing chemotherapy products. Emphasis in on

PHAR 131

the risks and precautions, and Safety Standards

Pharmacy Law and References I

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This course continues to provide instruction

associated with these agents. Students examine legal terms, state, and federal PHAR 108

laws as well as review references necessary to the

Inpatient & Home Healthcare Pharmacy

practice of pharmacy.

Preparation and Record Keeping PHAR 132 This course provides instruction and experience

Chemistry for Pharmacy

in IV preparation, unit dose drug distribution, compounding, packaging, labeling, floor and

This course provides a basic understanding of

pharmacy stocking and ordering.

Students

inorganic and organic chemistry. It includes the

learn and demonstrate aseptic technique for

parts of an atom, chemical symbols for elements,

compounding sterile products as well as safety

functional groups, and compounds. Students

standards for cytotoxic drugs. Students learn

learn basic pharmacokinetics and pharmacology

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in the application of pharmacy practice as it

PHAR 136

relates to the organ systems. Drug stability,

Medical Terminology/Anatomy and

storage conditions, and chemical reactions will

Physiology for Pharmacy Technicians II

also be discussed as it applies to pharmaceutical preparations.

Students continue to learn basic medical abbreviations and terminology. Students survey

PHAR 133

structure and function of the human body with

Business Office Machines I

emphasis on learning the major organs and processes related to the special senses, urinary,

Students learn to operate the ten key computer

male and female reproductive, obstetrics, child

keyboard function, telephone, and computers.

health, oncology, and mental health systems.

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Emphasis is given to increasing speed and accuracy on all equipment. This course provides

PHAR 137

training in the application of computers to

Pharmacy Law and References II

pharmacy including the development of patient profiles, filling of prescriptions, order entry, and

Students continue to examine legal terms, state,

label preparation.

and federal laws as well as review references necessary to the practice of pharmacy.

PHAR 134 Business Office Machines II

PHAR 180 Communications and Customer Service

Students continue to process patient profiles, prescriptions, orders, and labels on the computer

Students learn to communicate effectively with

with emphasis on speed and accuracy. Students

medical offices, customers, patients, and co-

learn Internet and Fax Machine skills. Emphasis

workers both orally and in writing. Students learn

is given to increasing speed and accuracy on all

to present a professional image in appearance and

equipment.

behavior. Students will practice and demonstrate a respectful attitude when interacting and

PHAR 135

communicating verbally and in writing when

Business Office Machines III

dealing with diverse populations.

Students continue to process patient profiles,

PHAR 181

prescription orders, and labels on the computer

Management, Supervision, and Human Relations

with emphasis on speed and accuracy. Students learn Internet and Fax Machine skills. Emphasis

Students learn to apply interpersonal skills from

is given to increasing speed and accuracy on all

the human resource management, including

equipment.

negotiation skills, conflict resolution and teamwork which require the use of critical thinking, creativity and innovative ways to solving problems. Practice methods from a management point-of-view and professional e-mail. JACHO standards are also included.

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PHAR 190

and anatomy and physiology in the healthcare

Pharmacy Practice-Internship I

setting. Students will choose appropriate blood collection tubes for tests, perform venipuncture procedures and assess for complications of

their knowledge and skills by working five weeks

phlebotomy for special procedures such as

in a retail pharmacy and five weeks in a hospital or

ABO, B/C, GTT and PKU. Students will prepare

other pharmacy settings that provide intravenous

themselves for the workforce by modeling

admixture training. Students learn job search skills

professional appearance, valuing diversity in the

as well as develop a resume for an entry-level

workplace and communicating effectively and

position as a pharmacy technician.

professionally with patients and staff.

PHAR 191

PHLEB 102

Pharmacy Practice-Internship II

Phlebotomy Laboratory Skills

This course is a continuation of PHAR 190,

Students interpret laboratory requisitions, select

Pharmacy Practice-Internship I.

proper tubes and order of draw, and demonstrate the ability to evaluate the patient for ability to

PHIL 481

withstand venipuncture procedure. Perform

Legal and Ethical Aspects of IT

basic phlebotomy procedures, articulate the venipuncture procedure and answer patient

This course covers current legal issues in

questions. Perform point-of-care testing, such as

information technology such as: privacy, identity

glucose levels on patients, prepare blood, urine

theft, copyright law, hacking, and fraud. An

and other body fluids specimens for testing

overview of related international laws and state

according to established protocol.

and local regulations is also included. The students will study the difference between laws and ethics

PHLEB 103

and examine ethical issues encountered in the

Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR,

business world to arrive to appropriate ethical

AED and Bloodborne Pathogens

choices. This course covers one and two person, adult, PHLEB 101

child and infant CPR. Students practice caring for

Fundamentals of Phlebotomy

a person with foreign body airway obstruction

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Students experience practical applications of

(FBAO), personal barrier techniques and use Students learn the role, responsibilities, work flow

of Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The

and safe practices required in a clinical laboratory.

course teaches to effectively recognize and

This intense program provides computer-based

treat in critical minutes until Emergency Medical

education along with lectures and hands-on

Services (EMS) arrive. Topics include: general first

interactive training needed to provide a high level

aid principles, medical, injury and environmental

of expertise. Students will demonstrate knowledge

emergencies, and Bloodborne pathogens. This

of the health care setting, legal and ethical

course is approved by OSHA, WISHA (Labor and

issues, HIPAA regulations, safety precautions and

Industries) for healthcare providers. An AHA card

preventions against BBPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s related to phlebotomy

will be issued upon the successful completion of a

practice. Students will apply medical terminology

written exam and skills evaluation. In addition, the

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mandatory seven hours of HIV/AIDS education for

INDS 101 with this course..

healthcare providers is included. PROP 122 PHLEB 104

Painting and Drywall Repairs

National Exam Certification Prep

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Practice painting techniques such as surface Students review the core concepts of the

preparation, color schemes, and cleanup.

Phlebotomy Technician program. Emphasis is

Apply coatings in a safe and proper manner,

placed on preparation and strategies for success

practice basic drywall procedures, and patching

on the national certification exam.

techniques.

PHLEB 191

PROP 142

Phlebotomy Technician Practicum

Basic Electrical Repairs

Students will collect blood specimens from

Learn electrical repair with an emphasis on

on campus clinical setting or off campus at a

apartment units. Read and interpret basic

healthcare facility using various techniques such

electrical meters and use tools and materials

as, ETS, butterfly, syringe or capillary methods.

safely.

Students will practice live-draws on a variety of patients.

PROP 147 Basic Plumbing Repairs

PROP 102 Apartment Operations,

Repair toilets, sinks, faucets, hot water heaters

Maintenance, Curb Appeal

and drains, and use tools and materials safely including soldering.

Role of apartment maintenance workers in customer service/resident retention and basic

PROP 172

apartment budget considerations. Covers repair

Minor Appliance Repairs

practices for windows, doors, locks, cabinets, shelving, exterior lighting, counter tops, and

Introduced to the operation, installation, and

flooring and maintaining curb appeal of the

theory of refrigerators, washing machines, clothes

property.

dryers, dishwashers, and ranges. Basic diagnostic and troubleshooting skills are taught with an

PROP 112

emphasis on safety and vocabulary of appliance

Emergency Procedures & Safety

parts and components.

for Apartment Maintenance PROP 192 Practice safe use of materials, tools and equipment.

Job Search Skills

Respond to emergencies in an apartment complex

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using a security plan, shut off valve locations, and

Prepare resume and cover letter, develop job

procedures in case of hazards, spills, and fires. Use

search plan and practice interviewing skills. Learn

personal protective equipment (PPE) and material

appropriate body language for interviewing and

safety data sheets (MSDS). Student must enroll in

common abbreviations used in the maintenance

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industry. Emphasis is on using computers and the

used to simulate activities with the integration of

internet to apply for jobs.

other Microsoft Office applications, which may be encountered in the classroom or workplace.

PROP 196 Cooperative Work Experience (Optional)

SECY 151 Office Suite II

A cooperative work experience option may be available to qualified, approved students, allowing

Students learn basic spreadsheet terminology,

them to receive credit for work experience

skills, concepts, and functions to create and format

appropriate to their training. Through cooperative

worksheets. Students also learn how to sort data,

work experience, students have the opportunity

use formulas, work with ranges, create charts,

to apply learned skills and gain actual on-the-job

use templates, and add clip art to spreadsheets

experience while completing their course of study.

by utilizing a major spreadsheet application

SECY 100

management software package, students learn

Operating System and Internet

skills, concepts, and functions to design and enter data into a database table, create reports and

This course prepares students to use computer

labels, and to perform simple queries.

applications in the classroom and in the workplace by giving a solid foundation in the knowledge and

SECY 152

skills needed to work in the Windows environment.

Integrated Business Procedures I

Basic concepts and programs used in Windows are covered. Students use advanced features as

Students learn to prepare a variety of documents

they customize the Windows environment and

for use in the classroom and in the business

learn to navigate the World Wide Web to access a

environment utilizing a major word processing

variety of Internet resources available to business

application software package. This course

today.

applies real-world job skills in the areas of general office procedures, telephone management, and

SECY 150

document processing using a variety of popular

Office Suite I

software applications to manage time and

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software package. By utilizing a major database

resources. This course prepares students to utilize a presentation application in the workplace by

SECY 153

creating a wide variety of visual presentations.

Integrated Business Procedures II

A p p l i c a t i o n s i n c l u d e s t h e c re a t i o n a n d modification of presentations, charts, outlines,

This course prepares students to utilize more

graphs, and reports by embedding and linking

advanced word processing features to increase

objects, and adding animation and hyperlinks

the functionality of their documents. Students

to slide shows. It provides students with a case-

create and format tables, work with graphics

based, problem-solving approach to the basics

and mail merge documents utilizing a major

of utilizing Outlook including email, contacts,

word processing package. This course applies

tasks and schedules. Real-world case scenarios

real-world job skills in the areas of general

that encourage problem solving and research are

office procedures, processing mail, records

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management, planning meetings, and document

SECY 190

processing using a variety of popular software

Applied Professional Training I

applications to manage time and resources. Students learn important skills in developing SECY 170

resumes, cover letters and portfolios. Students

Communication with Technology I

demonstrate skills and gain experience in the interview process through mock and actual

Students develop skills in scheduling and

interviews.

confirming appointments, hosting international

interviews and do follow-ups in the goal of

visitors, managing and greeting visitors, and

obtaining a job when they have completed their

identifying potential ethical implications when

course of study.

Students send out resumes, set

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sharing information. Students apply information management software, such as Outlook, for

SECY 191

scheduling appointments and events, keeping

Applied Professional Training II

track of activities, preparing a task list, and creating and maintaining a contact list.

Students train in a simulated work setting to gain experience of the day-to-day office procedures.

SECY 171

On campus office experience allows the student to

Communication with Technology II

apply learned skills and relate more meaningfully to office professional careers.

S t u d e n t s d eve l o p s k i l l s i n p l a n n i n g a n d arranging travel by identifying types of services

SECY 290

and resources needed to make domestic and

Certification Preparation I

international travel arrangements. This course identifies ethical issues in reporting travel expense

Prepares student for the certification exam in

reports and the importance of understanding

one of the following: Internet and Computing

cultural differences as they relate to a manager’s

certification IC3, OPAC, MOS®, and CPS/CAP®.

travel. SECY 291 SECY 172

Certification Preparation II

Communication with Technology III Prepares student for the certification exam in Students develop effective oral and written

one of the following: Internet and Computing

communication skills, prepare routine

certification IC3, OPAC, MOS®, and CPS/CAP®.

communication for distribution, demonstrate the importance of ethics in speaking and writing, and

SECY 294

develop delivery techniques for presentations

Cooperative Work Experience/Internship

through a variety of written assignments by using software applications.

Cooperative Work Experience/Internship provides the opportunity for students to work in an office environment in the local business community. Integration of classroom training with on-the-job experience allows the student to apply learned

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skills and relate more meaningfully to office

STRN 140

professional careers.

Fret Services

STRN 100

Students will train to perform precision fret

Intro to String Repair

leveling, crowning polishing, complete fret job, and partials. Fretless conversions will be reviewed

This course familiarizes the student with the

and fingerboard removal, replacement and repair.

program and its outcomes, including shop safety and an overview of tools and machinery.

STRN 150

This course is a prerequisite for all string repair

Advanced Structural Repair

curriculum. Students will observe and participate in a variety of building techniques required in repair including

Guitar Set-up

neck fitting, setting the neck, and side bending. Patching, splining and discussions on bridge

Students learn to adjust guitars and learn the

plate removal techniques are covered as well as

specifications and tolerances to set-up guitars to

how instruments can be disassembled and wood

the proper tolerances; depending on scale length,

selection for repairs.

tuning and string gauges. Cleaning, polishing and stringing are also included.

STRN 160 Finishing Techniques

STRN 120 Electric Guitar

Students learn proper techniques for the finishing processes of various finish mediums. Course

Students fabricate test tools for basic electronic

includes: wood preparation, wood stripping,

guitar repair and learn how to bypass circuits and

sealing, staining, lacquering techniques and how

trouble shoot problems such as shorts or noisy

to use these best in repair to put the finishing

components. Installing electronics and soldering

touch on a job well done.

techniques will also be covered. STRN 190 STRN 130

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STRN 110

Capstone Project

Basic Guitar Structural Repair Students and instructor will agree on projects Students learn techniques for careful removal of

of the students choice that can be a variety of

bridges, pickguards and hardware. Wood crack

applicable string instrument repairs to complete

repair, clamping and reinforcement. Common

a graded project.

structural problems with bracing and how to correct them are dealt with.

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SUR 101

SUR 112

Introduction to Field Surveying

Field Surveying Lab II

This course introduces maps, field survey

Taught in conjunction with SUR 102, this lab course

measurement and mathematical concepts.

emphasizes topographic surveying techniques

Students learn theory of surveying calculations

using hand note-keeping and electronic data

and error measurements.

collection and GPS-RTK usage.

SUR 102

SUR 113

Intermediate Field Surveying

Field Survey Summer Practicum

A continuation of SUR 101 taught in conjunction

This lab course is based on knowledge gained

with SUR 112, this course is an introduction to the

in the first three quarters of the program. The

concepts of gathering and compiling topographic

students work on longer projects in boundary

survey data, profiles and cross-sections, field

retracement, topographic surveying, and

astronomy and the Global Positioning System

construction surveying.

(GPS). SUR 114 SUR 103

Field Survey Spring Practicum

Construction Surveying This lab course is based on knowledge gained up S t u d e n t s l e a r n t h e t h e o r y o f ro u te a n d

to the last four weeks of the third quarter of the

construction staking and boundary staking using

program. The students work on longer projects

traditional and modern techniques. This lecture

in boundary retracement, topographic surveying,

and laboratory course introduces field staking

and construction surveying.

techniques and reporting and includes lot corner staking, pipeline, route and slope staking, building

SUR 145

and site staking, and blue-topping. Students use

Public Land System 1

tapes, total stations, data collectors, and GPS to achieve their goals.

This course covers the historical methods and framework of the American systems of land

SUR 111

division, with an emphasis on the Public Land

Field Surveying Lab I

System.

Taught in conjunction with SUR 101, this course

SUR 150

consists of practical field surveying assignments

CAD for Surveying I

including taping, leveling, horizontal and vertical angle measurement, Electronic Distance

This course introduces students to the AutoCAD

Measurement, traverse surveys, and equipment

software for the drawing and editing of figures,

maintenance and calibration. Students keep

text, blocks, paperspace, and plotting. It also

manual and electronic field notes.

introduces Autodesk Civil 3D for the preparation of simple surveying drawings and data collector interface.

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SUR 190

Survey Calculations

Field Survey Spring Cooperative Education

In this course students learn the practical

The student may substitute an approved co-op

application of mathematical theory to the

assignment in lieu of the Spring Quarter Practicum

solution of grades, horizontal and vertical curves,

(SUR 114). Prior departmental approval and/or

coordinate geometry, intersection problems, and

permission of the instructor and co-op contract

volumes.

are required.

SUR 174

SUR 191

Computer Applications

Field Surveying Summer Cooperative Education

This course is an introduction to microcomputers,

The student may substitute an approved coop

word processing spreadsheets, utilities, and the

assignment in lieu of the summer session. Prior

Internet, providing a basis for the Communications

department approval and/or permission of

course as well as the reporting and presentation

instructor and coop contract required.

of information required throughout the rest of the program.

SUR 205 Survey Adjustments

SUR 175 Communications

This course covers the concepts of random error theory and adjustment algorithms, the

This courseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s emphasis is on written forms in the

mathematical application of simple error

Land Surveying profession. Students research

p ro p a g a t i o n fo r m u l a s a n d co m p a ss r u l e

and gather data and complete projects in resume

a d j u st m e n t s . Th e co u r s e u s e s co m p u te r

writing, business letters and technical reports.

applications to perform least squares adjustments

Students gain proficiency in English usage as it

of survey networks and interpret the results.

pertains to professional communications and appropriate presentation of information and

SUR 214

concepts.

Land Survey Spring Practicum

SUR 181

This lab course is based on knowledge gained in

Human Relations

the first seven quarters of the program and allows

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SUR 164

the student to practice field survey techniques Students cover teamwork and conflict resolution

before graduation. The students work on longer

techniques. They study methods to recognize

projects in boundary retracement, topographic

and effectively deal with discrimination and

surveying, and construction surveying.

sexual harassment, and the associated legal considerations in the workplace. They likewise study practical cooperation techniques needed for effective field work and quality assurance.

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SUR 248

Boundary Law

Introduction to Geographic Information

This course is an overview of the legal aspects of

This course provides an introduction to the

surveying and the responsibilities of the surveyor.

concepts and uses of Geographic Information

Topics include excesses and deficiencies,

Systems for Land Surveyors. Students are

occupation vs. title, encroachments, records

familiarized with the science and technology of

of survey, ALTA surveys, boundary law, water

GIS. Students consider the unique role of surveyors

boundaries, monuments, streets and easements.

in the creation and maintenance of GISâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. They are given hands-on laboratory introduction to the use

SUR 242

of GIS software.

Legal Descriptions

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SUR 249 This course covers the analysis, interpretation

Survey Research and Project Management

and writing of legal descriptions, proper form, controlling elements, metes and bounds,

Students learn to do research at county, state

sectionalized land descriptions, special shapes,

and federal offices, title companies, and private

easements and rights-of-way.

sources for boundary, control and utilities. Several field trips provide exposure and opportunities to

SUR 245

do individual research projects.

Public Land System II SUR 250 This course covers the historical methods

CAD for Surveying II

and framework of the American systems of land division, with an emphasis on the Public

Th i s co u r s e i n t ro d u ce s s t u d e n t s to t h e

Land System. The topics covered include

intermediate functions of AutoCAD software for

monumentation, area computation, section

drawing design. It also makes use of Autodesk

retracement, corner restoration and subdivision

Civil 3D for the preparation of simple surveying

of sections.

drawings.

SUR 247

SUR 251

Emerging Technologies

Advanced Computer Applications

This course provides an overview of the toolkit

This course is a continuation of SUR 250, CAD for

of technologies used for the gathering and

Surveying II, with further applications of Autodesk

management of spatial information, whose

Civil 3D. Labs include productivity training and

open-ended list includes but is not limited

preparation of finished drawings, with an emphasis

to terrestrial and mobile scanning, machine-

on survey documents, topographic reduction, and

control, underground detection, aerial lidar,

route layout.

photogrammetry, and satellite imaging.

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SUR 255

SUR 281

Global Navigation Satellite Systems

Business Fundamentals and Ethics

This course is an overview of the Global Navigation

This course covers basic accounting, project

Satellite Systems (GNSS) with emphasis on

accounting, estimating, contract basics, licensing

the Global Positioning System (GPS) and their

requirements, small business management,

principles as applied to land surveying for

customer relations, marketing, professional

centimeter accuracy measurement: position and

organizations and professional ethics.

vector observations, project planning, network design static and kinematic techniques. SUR 290

Subdivision Design

Land Survey Spring Cooperative Education

This course covers the many aspects of land

The student may substitute an approved co-op

development from legal requirements. urban

assignment in lieu of the Spring Quarter Practicum

planning, zoning, project planning and subdivision

(SUR114). Prior departmental approval and/or

geometry to the engineering design of grading,

permission of the instructor and co-op contract

drainage, streets and earthwork.

are required. (3 credits, 108 hours).

SUR 257

SURG 101

Geodetic Surveying

Surgical Techniques

Geodetic Surveying relates surveying principles

The purpose of this course is to introduce the

to the spheroidal earth. Students are exposed to

principles and practice of Aseptic Technique,

slope distance reductions, ellipsoids and datums,

surgical instrumentation, the creation,

two-dimensional coordinate transformations.

maintenance and safety related to the operating

Labs are related to GPS survey data and

room. This course describes the economy of

triangulation data. Students are instructed in the

motion and supply use. The student will be

use of State Plane Coordinates and Least Squares

introduced to physics, information technology,

Adjustments. Spherical trigonometry is applied to

transferring, moving, handling and positioning

the use of Astronomic observations.

the surgical patient. This course will also cover

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SUR 256

surgical skin prepping, draping, case planning, SUR 270

intra operative routines, and care of the surgical

Technical Writing for Land Surveying

wound.

This course provides training in a variety of document types including proposal letters, project scopes, field reports, business letters, contracts, advanced word processing, and final resume preparation. The emphasis is on style, content and appearance of documents.

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instrumentation, supplies and how to properly set

Healthcare Provider First Aid/CPR,

up for procedures.

AED and Bloodborne Pathogens SURG 107 This course covers one and two person, adult,

Surgical Procedures II

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child and infant CPR. Students practice caring for person with foreign body airway obstruction

The student will gain a practical knowledge

(FBAO), pocket mask, bag valve mask, personal

of surgical specialties, indications/diagnoses,

barriers techniques and use of Automated

relevant anatomy, terminology, patient preparation

External Defibrillator (AED). The course teaches

and possible complications. The student will

to effectively recognize and treat in critical

also be introduced to relevant equipment,

minutes until Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

instrumentation, supplies and how to properly set

arrive. Topics include: general first aid principles,

up for procedures.

medical emergencies, injury, environmental emergencies, and bloodborne pathogens. This

SURG 108

course is approved by OSHA, WISHA (Labor and

Surgical Procedures III

Industries) for healthcare providers. An AHA card will be issued upon the successful completion of a

The student will gain a practical knowledge

written exam and skills evaluation. In addition, the

of surgical specialties, indications/diagnoses,

mandatory seven hours of HIV/AIDS education for

relevant anatomy, terminology, patient preparation

health care providers is included.

and possible complications. The student will also be introduced to relevant equipment,

SURG 103

instrumentation, supplies and how to properly set

Operating Room Environment

up for procedures.

The purpose of this course is to introduce the

SURG 109

principles of the health care facility, which includes

Skills Laboratory I

the perioperative environment, facility department functions and health care administration. The

This course is designed for students to learn and

student will become familiar with operating room

demonstrate their ability to correctly apply the

design, team approach to the surgical patient,

principles and practices of surgical techniques.

staffing roles and environmental hazards such as

Laboratory experience is focused on the students

technical risks, chemical risks and musculoskeletal

developing a satisfactory level of performance

risks.

of safety and aseptic technique to enter into the clinical setting. Students will learn the proper

SURG 106

sequence of the surgical scrub, gowning and

Surgical Procedures I

gloving, establishing and maintaining a sterile field, draping materials, needles, sutures, basic

The student will gain practical knowledge of

instrumentation and transporting patients.

surgical specialties, indications/diagnoses,

Students will also learn to function in the first

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SURG 110

SURG 117

Surgical Procedures IV

Skills Laboratory III

The student will gain a practical knowledge

Students participate in all basic activities involved

of surgical specialties, indications/diagnoses,

in the use of the lab including case preparation,

relevant anatomy, terminology, patient preparation

scrubbing, gowning and gloving, preparation of

and possible complications. The student will

the sterile field, basic instrumentation, sharps

also be introduced to relevant equipment,

safety and procedural processes involved in

instrumentation, supplies, and how to properly set

scrubbing advanced surgical specialties.

up for procedures. SURG 118 SURG 112

Skills Laboratory IV

Professional Preparation I Students participate in Part I of the Certification

in the use of the lab including case preparation,

Exam Review, including lecture, worksheets and

scrubbing, gowning and gloving, preparation of

graded practice quizzes.

the sterile field, basic instrumentation, sharps safety and procedural processes involved in

SURG 113

scrubbing advanced surgical specialties.

Professional Preparation II SURG 130 Students participate in Part II of Certification

Medical Terminology

Exam Review, including lecture, worksheets, graded practice quizzes and a final exam. A two-

This course offers an opportunity to learn and

day review session before the Certification Exam

apply basic and advanced medical terminology

is also included.

with particular relevance to the Operating Room. The course introduces the learner to the structure

SURG 115

of medical language, word building skills and

Skills Laboratory II

deconstructive analysis of medical terms. The course describes the body systems including

Students participate in all basic activities involved

relevant procedure tests and diagnostic terms in

in the use of the lab including case preparation,

medical language . Students are asked to develop

scrubbing, gowning and gloving, preparation of

rationale and to use medical terminology routinely

the sterile field, basic instrumentation, sharps

in the classroom. The course reinforces commonly

safety and procedural processes involved in

used acronyms and abbreviations that will be part

scrubbing advanced surgical specialties.

of the daily language within their profession.

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Microbiology

Human Relations

In this course the learner will correlate the impact

This is a professionalism class involving students

of microbiology in relationship to the practice

in the basic aspects of professional management,

of sterile technique and infection control in the

risk management, communication skills, teamwork,

operative setting in regards to decontamination,

legal, ethical and moral issues. The student will

sterilization and disinfection. The learner will

also learn about documentation and health care

identify the name and function of various parts

facility organization and management. Skills

of the compound microscope. The learner will

specific to the Surgical Technology profession are

also compare and contrast the structure and

emphasized.

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characteristics of different microorganisms. The student will analyze the various immune responses

SURG 192

that occur in the body as defenses and relate the

Allied Clinical Practicum I

infectious process to surgical practice. The learner will gain practical experience in sterile SURG 132

processing, labor and delivery or other allied

Pharmacology

health related clinical experience. The student will demonstrate clinical skills, work ethic and

The learner will analyze the principles of

desirable employee traits.

anesthesia administration. Students will compare and contrast method agents and techniques of

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anesthesia administration, and preparation. In

Allied Clinical Practicum II

addition the students will calculate medications, conversions and dosages, to prepare and manage

The learner will gain practical experience in sterile

medications for the surgical patient.

processing, labor and delivery or other allied health related clinical experience. The student

SURG 170

will demonstrate clinical skills, work ethic and

Communications

desirable employee traits.

The learner will participate in online and class

SURG 194

discussions of communication techniques

Operating Room Clinical Practicum I

i n c l u d i n g w r i t te n , ve r b a l , a n d n o nve r b a l communications. They will also demonstrate the

The learner will gain practical experience in

understanding of communications with diverse

an operating room, surgery center or other

populations and cultures during emergent

surgery based clinical experience. The student

and stressful situations unique to health care.

will demonstrate clinical skills, work ethic and

Preparation of resumes, cover letters, references,

desirable employee traits.

professional email and job interview skills will be covered.

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VET 103

Operating Room Clinical Practicum II

Veterinary Assisting III

The learner will gain practical experience in

This course is a continuation of VET 101 and

an operating room, surgery center or other

102 and provides instruction in the position of

surgery based clinical experience. The student

veterinary assistant. Lectures with handouts

will demonstrate clinical skills, work ethic and

pertaining to each course topic are provided.

desirable employee traits.

Students work individually and in small groups to develop skills associated with instruction and

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laboratory procedures.

Operating Room Clinical Practicum III VET 180 The learner will gain practical experience in

Human Relations/Workplace Skills

surgery based clinical experience. The student

Topics include assertiveness, customer relations,

will demonstrate clinical skills, work ethic and

teamwork, problem solving/conflict resolution,

desirable employee traits.

business and work ethics, organizational development/skills, employment rights and

VET 101

responsibilities, equity and cultural issues,

Veterinary Assisting I

decision making, motivation, and self esteem.

This course presents an introduction to the

VET 190

essentials of veterinary assisting. Lectures with

Veterinary Assisting Practicum

handouts pertaining to each topic are provided. Students work individually and in pairs to develop

Students visit various veterinary work settings to

skills associated with instrumentation, dissection,

explore typical work assignments, analyze work

and formulation and presentation of a research

climates, expand and observe possible future

paper.

work opportunities. They further develop skills and knowledge through observation and practice

VET 102

of hands-on techniques in the classroom and

Veterinary Assisting II

various animal settings.

This course is a continuation of VET 101 and

VET 191

provides instruction in the position of veterinary

Veterinary Assisting Internship

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an operating room, surgery center or other

assistant. Lectures with handouts pertaining to each course topic are provided. Students work

This course is taken simultaneously with VET

individually and in small groups to develop skills

102 or VET 103, alternating with one quarter of

associated with instrumentation and laboratory

Veterinary Assisting Practicum. Students are

procedures.

assigned to a veterinary facility in order to practice the acquired skills necessary for performance as a veterinary assistant in a professional team environment.

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WELD 102

safety habits, understand welding processes and

Oxyacetylene Welding and Thermal Cutting

methods of application, and welding electricity and physics basics.

Includes oxyacetylene welding in multiple positions on mild steel sheet metal and brazing

WELD 110

in the flat position on mild steel plate and sheet.

Flux Cored Arc Welding

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Learn to use personal protective equipment, understand welding processes and methods

This course includes individualized instruction in

of application. Instruction on the safe use of an

both gas shielded and self-shielded flux cored

oxyacetylene cutting torch, including straight,

arc welding with E71T-1 and E71T-6 electrodes

radius and circular cuts on steel and flushing on

on mild plate in multiple positions. Learn to use

steel plate. Instruction in track burning includes

personal protective equipment, understand

both straight and beveled cuts on mild steel.

welding processes and methods of application,

Plasma arc cutting includes manual cutting of

and welding electricity and physics basics.

sheet and plate steel and other alloys. Air carbon arc cutting includes back gouging and weld

WELD 111

removal.

Gas Metal Arc Welding

WELD 104

This course includes individualized instruction

Introduction to Arc Welding

in the following types of gas metal arc welding: short circuited arc with E70S-3 on mild steel

Students will interpret the fundamentals of

sheet in multiple positions; spray arc with E70S-3

welding: basic joints, the welding processes

electrodes on mild steel plate in multiple positions,

& methods of application, welding electricity,

and spray arc with aluminum 5356 electrodes

welding safety and physics basics.

in multiple positions. Use personal protective equipment, understand welding processes and

WELD 105

methods of application, and welding electricity

Shielded Metal Arc Welding I

and physics basics.

Students receive individualized instruction in

WELD 114

shielded metal arc welding in multiple positions on

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I

mild steel plate with E6010 and E6011 electrodes. Learn to use personal protective equipment,

Receive individualized instruction in gas tungsten

understand welding processes and methods of

arc welding on mild steel plate and sheet with

application, and welding electricity and physics

ER70S-X rod in multiple positions; on stainless

basics.

steel in multiple positions using 308, 309 and 316 filler rod; and on aluminum sheet in multiple

WELD 106

positions using 4043 and 5356 filler rod. Use

Shielded Metal Arc Welding II

personal protective equipment, understand welding processes and methods of application,

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WELD 135

Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II

Welding Processes and Application

Continue individualized instruction in gas

Learn process theory and equipment needs for the

tungsten arc welding on mild steel plate and

non-consumable electrode welding processes and

sheet with ER70S-X rod in multiple positions; on

the consumable electrode processes: electrodes,

stainless steel in multiple positions using 308,

filler metals, gases, power sources and related

309 and 316 filler rod; and on aluminum sheet in

equipment.

multiple positions using 4043 and 5356 filler rod. Use personal protective equipment, understand

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welding processes and methods of application,

Welding Metallurgy

and welding electricity and physics basics. Students learn the basics of welding metallurgy and inspection: steel properties, identification,

Certification

specifications, hardenability and weldability and weld inspection.

This course prepares students for welder qualifications and certifications in arc welding

WELD 138

processes. The goal is to fine-tune welding skills in

Certification SMAW (option)

order to gain welding certifications, in preparation for employment. For students who need more

This course option to WELD 122 Certification

time than offered in WELD 122, two or more of

provides practice time for the SMAW process. The

the following courses can be substituted: WELD

goal is to fine-tune welding skills in order to gain

138, WELD 139, WELD 140, WELD 141.

welding certifications. (Instructors permission is required for entry into this class).

WELD 130 Blueprint Reading

WELD 139 Certification FCAW (option)

This course prepares students to read shop drawings and blueprints. The course covers lines,

This course option to WELD 122 Certification

views, notes, specifications, dimensions, bills of

provides practice time for the FCAW process. The

materials, structural shapes, structural prints,

goal is to fine-tune welding skills in order to gain

detail prints, assembly prints, general symbols,

welding certifications. (Instructors permission is

welding symbols, pipe layouts, pipe symbols, and

required for entry into this class).

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WELD 122

weld testing symbols. WELD 140 Certification GMAW (option) This course option to WELD 122 Certification provides practice time for the GMAW process. The goal is to fine-tune welding skills in order to gain welding certifications. (Instructors permission is required for entry into this class). RTC.edu

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WELD 181

Certification GTAW (option)

Human Relations and Student Leadership

This course option to WELD 122 Certification

Instruction covers teamwork, leadership skills,

provides practice time for the GTAW process. The

meeting employer expectations in a culturally

goal is to fine-tune welding skills in order to gain

diverse workplace and sexual harassment

welding certifications. (Instructors permission is

preventive strategies.

required for entry into this class). WELD 191 WELD 142

Job Search Skills

Pipe Welding I

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Practice interviewing skills, learn job search This advanced course is an option within the

strategies and attributes that result in stable

day time Welding program. The course includes

employment and promotion.

SMAW and/or GTAW to weld various diameters of pipe to WABO standards. WABO testing is optional Prerequisites: WELD 105, WELD 106, WELD 114, and WELD 115. (Instructor permission is required for entry into this class). WELD 143 Pipe Welding II This advanced course is an option within the day time Welding program. The course includes SMAW and/or GTAW to weld various diameters of pipe to WABO standards. WABO testing is optional. Prerequisite: WELD 142 (Instructor permission is required for entry into this class). WELD 170 Related Communications Instruction includes industry communications related to welding processes, codes, welding abbreviations, basic welding terms and definitions, and organizations that write welding codes, standards, and specifications.

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THE RENTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE ADVISORY COUNCIL A key contributor to the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s success in training students is its advisory committees. The RTC Advisory Council, whose membership consists of volunteers from business, industry, labor, and community-based organizations, advises administration on issues related to all of its instructional programs. Special emphasis is placed on WorkFirst and Worker Retraining programs. Professional-technical programs, apprenticeship programs and non-professional-technical programs are also served by separate program advisory committees, which are comprised of volunteer representatives from management and labor who are currently working in the applicable field. These committees work with faculty and administration to ensure that program content is consistent with current employment needs; recommend competent journey level and equipment; monitor each programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s placement record; and evaluate overall program performance. Annually, each committee specifies in writing whether a program should be expanded, curtailed, maintained or abolished. These dedicated advisory committee members volunteer their time and energy to ensure that the College provides quality education.

ADVISORY COUNCIL Kevin Cloud

Todd Pierce

Suzanne Dale Estey

Curtis Stock

Nicole Ferrer

Joyce Trantina

Bret Hinton

Kirby Unti

Jay Leviton

Heather Winfrey

Cliff Long

Phil Trout

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workers and technicians as instructors; assess the adequacy of facilities, supplies, materials

Jodi Novotny

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THE RENTON TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOUNDATION For more information about the Foundation or how you can help, please call the Foundation office at (425) 235-7867 or email foundation@RTC.edu The Renton Technical College Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation that generates funds and other resources to advance students with career training. The Foundation, directed by a board of dedicated community volunteers, links the college to the community in actively supporting students’ preparation for high-wage employment. The Foundation recognizes the financial barriers and challenges pursuing higher education may create. By offsetting costs for students and the college, and maintaining or enhancing

FOUNDATION & FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

program resources, the Foundation builds pathways to quality education at Renton Technical College. Generating support for student scholarships, rewarding faculty and staff excellence, enhancing library resources, providing instructional equipment, investing in capital projects, and assisting in community advocacy are just a few ways the Foundation eliminates barriers, making an education possible for many who might otherwise not endure. The Foundation

is proud of Renton Technical College’s impressive contributions through

professional-technical education. Charitable contributions to the Foundation uphold the College’s commitment to student achievement and learning excellence.

FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Andy Jacobs

Melinda Merrell

Anne Zvirblis

Stan Kawamoto

Anthony Reda

Steve Hanson

Daniel Hammes

Ray Robles

Jim Drinkwine

Tyler Page

John Sothern

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Executive Staff

Deans

Hanson, Steve

Foley, Kathleen

President

Associate Dean of Basic Studies (Interim)

Masters, Psychology

Masters, Linguistics

Eastern Washington University

Indiana University

Merrell, Melinda

Latiolais, Scott

Vice President, Administration and Finance

Dean, Student Success

Bachelors, Accounting

Masters, Administration/Higher Education

University of North Florida

University of Tennessee

Novotny, Jodi

Leon, Dante

Vice-President, Instruction (Interim)

Dean, Automotive and Technical Programs

Masters, Applied Linguistics and TESOL

Masters, Business Administration

University of South Florida

Northern Illinois University

Gilmore-English Jessica

Medbury, Douglas

Vice-President, Student Services

Dean, Culinary Arts / Director of Food Services

Masters, Educational Leadership and Policy Studies

Bachelors, Business Management

University of Washington

University of Phoenix

Hogan, Lesley

Moe, Peggy

Executive Director, Human Resources

Dean, Business Technology, Education and

Bachelors, Political Science and German Area Studies

Human Service, and General Education

University of Washington

Masters, Business Administration University of Washington

Corigliano, Paul Chief Information Officer

Pollock, Jenna

Bachelors, Information Technology

Dean, Basic Studies (Interim)

American Intercontinental University

Masters, Teaching English as a Second Language University of Illinois

Campbell, Michelle Executive Director of Institutional Advancement

Skoczen, Zefire

Masters, Management

Dean, Allied Health

Studies in Communication

Masters, Traditional Chinese Medicine

University of Waikato

Northwest Institute of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

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Winfrey, Heather

Nelson, Samantha

Executive Dean, Workforce, Trades & Economic

Director, I-BEST and Civics

Development

Masters, Education

Bachelors, English Secondary Education

Antioch University Seattle

Western Washington University

Palo, Eric

Administration Baker, Barry Director, Plant Operations Masters, Architecture University of Texas at Arlington

Brown, Patrick Director, Enrollment Services/Registrar Bachelors, History and French

Burnet, Marta Director, Grant Development Masters, International Relations Johns Hopkins University

Falconer, Liz Director, eLearning PhD, International Education University of Iowa

Giron Fritts, Heather Director, Foundation Masters, Nonprofit Leadership Seattle University

Johnson, Mark

Masters, Librarianship University of Washington

Peschek, Shana Director, Construction Center of Excellence Masters, Business Administration City University

Vacant Director, Safety & Security Solomon, Debbie Director, Financial Aid Associates, Applied Science, Business Bellevue College

Supinski, Jessica Director, Student Programs and Engagement Bachelors, Political Science George Washington University

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University of Kansas

Director, Library

Melissa Rohlfs Director, College Relations and Marketing Master of Arts, Communications University of Washington

Director, Financial Services Bachelors, Business Administration Eastern Washington University

Nelson, Allyn Lisa, Allyn Director, Nursing Masters, Nursing New York University

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Full-Time Faculty Ail, Yasmin Nursing Instructor Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Nursing Education Walden University

Allen, Dawn English as a Second Language Masters, Teaching English as a Second Language Portland State University

Arthur, Marcia English as a Second Language Masters, Education APPENDIX | COURSE CATALOG 2014 - 2015

Temple University, Japan

Baeder, Paul Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology Masters, Adult Education & Distance Learning University of Phoenix

Bainbridge, Dan Band Instrument Repair Technology Professional-Technical Certification

Berrysmith, Connie Dental Assistant Bachelors, Workforce Education and Development Southern Illinois University

Biell, Michael Engineering Design Technology Professional-Technical Certification

Baeder, Paul Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology Masters, Adult Education & Distance Learning University of Phoenix

Bigelow, Donovan Psychology Masters, Psychology Seattle University

Bigony, Marc English as a Second Language Masters, Education Seattle University

Blinder, Howard Aerospace Assembly Mechanic Professional-Technical Certification

Bovard, Larry Ophthalmic Assistant Certified Ophthalmic Technician Academy of Health Sciences US Army

Boggs, John Engineering Design Technology Bachelors, Education University of Puget Sound

Braunstein-Post, Karen Computer Science Bachelors, Spanish Santa Clara University

Campbell, John Major Appliance and Refrigeration Technology Bachelors, Technical Management DeVry University

Chamberlin, Martha Accounting Masters, Computer Science Oregon State University

Choi, Don Mee Adult Basic Education/GED PhD, Interdisciplinary Studies Union Institute and University 372

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Cooke, Vince

Drinkwine, James

Aerospace Assembly Mechanic

Administrative Office Management

US Navy Aviation A School

Masters, Business Administration City University

Cooksey, Martin Mathematics

Dugan, Gail

Masters, Applied Mathematics

Certified Office Professional

California State University, Long Beach

Bachelors, Business Education Montana State University

Culler, Barbara Early Childhood Careers

Ervin, Shawn

Masters, Elementary Education/Early Childhood

Auto body Repair & Refinishing

University of Hawaii

Bachelors, Psychology California State University, Fullerton

Culler, Timothy Falconer, John

Masters, Information Systems

Masters of Fine Arts in Japanese Translation

City University

Masters of Arts in Russian Literature.

Crumb, Debra

Fisher, John

Librarian

CEC, CCE, AAC

Masters, Library Studies

Culinary Arts

University of Hawaii

Certificate, Culinary Arts Renton Technical College

Burrell, De Etta Adult Basic Education/GED

Fobes, Michael

Masters, Business Administration

Automotive Technology

City University

Professional-Technical Certification

Devine, Jack

Forbes, Karma

ITEC Automotive Service Technician

Counselor, Special Needs

Professional-Technical Certification

Masters, Psychology

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Computer Science

Antioch University

Dickson, David Basic Studies

Foreman, Trisha

Bachelors, Political Science

Medical Assistant Instructor

University of Washington

Associates, Arts and Science Tacoma Community College

Douthit, Martin Custodial Training

Geist, Rick

Professional-Technical Certification

Welding Associates, Welding Renton Technical College

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Hanson, Glenda

Kissinger, Jay

Legal Secretary/Legal Assistant

Aerospace Assembly Mechanic

Masters, Education/Curriculum Instruction

Associates, Instructor of Technology

University of Washington

and Military Science

Harris-Jackson, Holly

Lee, Jae

Massage Therapy

Construction Management

Bachelors, Arts

Bachelors, Civil Engineering

Antioch University

University of Washington

Hatem, Henry

Lemenager, Maggie

Precision Machining Technologies

Adult Basic Education/GED

Professional-Technical Certification

Bachelors, Society and Justice University of Washington

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Hensley, Kathy Nursing

Lesmeister, Michele

Bachelors, Nursing

Adult Basic Education/GED

University of Texas, Arlington

Masters, English University of Arizona

Higgins, Kathleen English

Leviton, Kathryn

Masters, English

Dental Assistant

Arizona State University

Bachelors, Workforce Training Southern Illinois University

Hinkson, Elizabeth Nursing

Maher, Donna

Masters, Nursing

Medical Office Programs

University of Washington Tacoma

Masters, Nutrition/Home Economics Washington State University

Holland, Robert Professional Baking

Maggie Patton-Saidi

Associates, Culinary Arts

Medical Office Programs

PA Institute Culinary Arts

Professional-Technical Certification

Holman, Curtis

May-Farley, Sheila

Accounting

Medical Office Programs

Masters, Business Administration

Bachelors, Education

City University

Central Washington University

Jordan, Denise

McBride, Michael

Computer Applications

Culinary Arts

Professional-Technical Certification

Associates, Food Science Production Management South Seattle Community College

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McCurdy, Kristin

Partain, David

Academic/Career Counselor (Workforce

Computer Networking

Development)

Bachelors, Computer Visualization Technology

Masters, Psychology, Mental Health Counseling

ITT Technical Institute

& Art Therapy Antioch University of Seattle

Paquette, Martin Land Surveying

Mellon, James

Masters, Civil Engineering

Automotive Technology

California State University, Fresno

Masters, Industrial Education Eastern Washington University

Perez, Alejandra Academic/Career Counselor

Neill, Gary

Masters, Public Administration, Health Services

ITEC/Automotive Service Technician

Administration

Bachelors, Political Science

Eastern Washington University

Pohlman, Adam Newcome, John

Precision Machining Technologies

Accounting

Professional-Technical Certification

Jurist Doctor, Law University of Puget Sound

Rundle, Debra Running Start Coordinator

Nicholls, Richard

Bachelors, Physical Education

English as a Second Language

University of Puget Sound

Masters, English California State University, Fullerton

Sanderson, William Computer Network Technology

Nguyen, Ha

PhD, Business Information Systems & Information

Academic/Career Counselor

Utah State University

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Washington State University

Masters, Psychology St. Martinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College

Serba, Annejeannette Surgical Technologist

Nyswonger, Jennifer

Associates, Psychology

Surgical Technology

University of Phoenix

Bachelors, Adult Education Bellevue University

Slayton, William Auto body Repair and Refinishing

Parker, David

Professional-Technical Certification

Welding Professional-Technical Certification

Spencer, Lynn-Dee Pharmacy Technician Instructor Associates, Paralegal Kaplan University

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Staley, Laura Librarian Masters, Library of Science University of Washington

Stevens-Theizen, Sandra English as a Second Language Bachelors, Sociology San Jose State University

Terrell, Simone Phlebotomy Technician Certificate, Phlebotomy

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North Seattle Community College

Thompson, Brian Automotive, Ford ASSET Program Professional-Technical Certification

Walker, Daryl Commercial Building & Industrial Engineering Professional-Technical Certification

Wang, Victoria Counselor, Work First Masters, Human Development Pacific Oaks College

West, Gary Anesthesia Technologist Bachelors, English Literature St Thomas/City of College London

Zerrouki, Lhoucine Computer Science Masters, Arts in Education Central Washington University

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