ECON 205: Economic Geography 5 Cr Quarters: S An introduction to the spatial patterns of economic activity on both a regional and global scale. Focuses on the growth and intensification of global ties, the distribution of resources and wealth, and the resulting inequalities and tensions. Topics include trade development; resource extraction; agriculture, manufacturing, and service sector economies; transportation; communication; and environmental impact. Credit cannot be given for both GEOG 205 and ECON 205. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 and eligibility for MATH 085 Distribution: SS ECON 213: Economic History 5 Cr Quarters: W An introduction to the methods of economic interaction from antiquity to the present. This course offers a comprehensive world survey, emphasizing important economic events—such as the invention of currency, the Industrial Revolution, and the development of economic thoughts—to include major economic thinkers and their contribution to the understanding of economic processes. Credit cannot be given for both HIST 213 and ECON 213. Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL& 101 and eligibility for MATH 085 Distribution: SS
Education The Education Department provides career and enrichment coursework and field experiences that build knowledge, skills, and competencies for providing education and care for children and families. The Education Department is comprised of several different areas of study: Early Childhood Education (ECE), School-Age Education, Reading, Special Education, Child Development Associate (CDA) prep coursework, and STARS training. Several programs of study are offered: Early Childhood Education, Education, Paraprofessional, Early Childhood EducationChildren’s Studies, and Special Education Instructional Assistant. Each program has different admission criteria, coursework, and degree options, ranging from inquiry/introductory classes and field experiences to transfer degrees focused on teacher preparation and children studies related careers. The Early Childhood Education (ECE) program at YVCC is part of the Early Achiever Program which includes the ECE State certificates. The ECE program believes that the needs of young children are best met by teachers and caregivers who are trained with a blend of classroom theory, interactive learning communities, and competency-based laboratory experiences, assignments, and projects. All training is based on the Washington State Core Competencies for early care and education professionals and NAEYC standards (National Association for Education of Young Children). Students learn through the course content and methods of study how critical the first five years of life are for child development. Learning activities for the child must be developmentally appropriate for the age and stage of development, while meeting the needs of the whole child physically, socially, emotionally, and cognitively. The child must be guided in developing independence, self-control, cooperation, and positive self-concept in a safe, healthy, and multi-cultural learning environment where staff and family members play a critical role in the learning process. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will have demonstrated competency in the Washington State Competencies for early childhood professionals, school age professionals, or paraprofessionals. The students should be prepared for entry-level employment in the area for which the certificate or degree has been earned.
Common Course Numbers include the symbol (&) and are used at all Washington community and technical colleges to identify equivalent courses. Quarters listed are for the 2013-2014 year only, and all courses are subject to change.
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