2003 / 2004 - Bellevue College

BIOL 261
Human Anatomy & Physiology • 6 CR
Continues the study of tissues, organs, and systems
of the human body. Both BIOL 260 and 261 are
needed for a complete study of the anatomy and
physiology of all human systems. Format includes
laboratory work. Prerequisite: BIOL 260 at BCC
with a C or better; or entry code.
Botany
SCIENCE DIVISION
BOTAN 110
Introductory Plant Biology • 6 CR
Presents basic concepts of plant biology for the
non-major, focusing on the plant characteristics,
unity and diversity, growth, and reproduction. Students
discuss current ideas in agriculture, horticulture,
medicine, biotechnology, ecology, conservation,
and environmental issues. Laboratory work
includes greenhouse and field studies.
BOTAN 113
Plant Identification &
Classification • 6 CR
Covers the nomenclature, classification, field
study, and laboratory identification of common
plant families, with emphasis on the conspicuous
flora of Western and Central Washington. Format
includes fieldwork, including two full-day trips to
Central Washington.
BOTAN 120
Introduction to Mycology • 6 CR
Surveys the study of fungi, emphasizing interrelationships
with the plant and animal kingdoms.
Topics include classification and naming, reproduction,
fungi as pathogens of plants, mycotoxins,
medicinal and/or shamanistic uses, edible mushrooms,
fungal diseases, plant/fungus symbiotic relationships,
and pest management.
Business Administration—
Transfer
BUSINESS DIVISION
BA 200
Business Law—Legal Foundations • 5 CR
Examines legal institutions and processes. Students
examine law as a system of social thought and
behavior and a framework for resolving rival
claims. Other topics include legal reasoning and
the interaction of law and business.
BA 240
Statistical Analysis • 5 CR
Surveys techniques used in decision-making and
research. Topics include descriptive and inferential
statistics, probability, central tendency, variability,
normal and t-distributions, hypothesis testing, and
regression. Material has applications in business,
health care, etc. Prerequisite: MATH 156 with a Cor
better; or entry code.
Business Technology Systems
BUSINESS DIVISION
BTS 101
Keyboarding I • 3 CR
Develops basic skills in keyboarding (touch-typing)
and document formatting using the personal computer.
No previous computer experience necessary.
BTS 104
Keyboarding Review &
Speed Building • 3 CR
Increases students’ keyboarding speed and accuracy.
Prerequisite: Previous keyboarding and computer
experience.
BTS 109
Business Communications • 5 CR
Develops effective business communication skills.
Students learn communication problem solving,
appropriate communication formats, and different
methods of presenting content.
BTS 110
Electronic Communications • 5 CR
Introduces the concepts of interpersonal communication
using electronic tools. Students learn to produce
effective written communication, use the public
web services, and use appropriate netiquette
and behavior. Prerequisite: BTS 109, 161, and 172.
BTS 141
Presentation Applications:
Beginning • 1 CR
Introduces students to the beginning features of
electronic presentations using the latest version of
PowerPoint. Topics include creating basic slide presentations,
selecting template design, formatting
presentations, using clip art, customizing presentations,
viewing/editing slide shows, and printing
options. Prerequisite: Previous computer experience
or permission of instructor.
BTS 142
Presentation Applications:
Intermediate • 1 CR
Introduces students to the intermediate features of
electronic presentations using the latest version of
PowerPoint. Topics include links, animation,
sound, transitions, builds, annotations, speakers
notes, file properties, and slide show presentation.
Prerequisite: BTS 141
BTS 143
Presentation Applications:
Advanced • 1 CR
Introduces students to the advanced features of
electronic presentations using the latest version of
PowerPoint. Topics include special effects, complex
animation effects, narration, collaboration features,
and WEB presentations. Recommended Prerequisite:
BTS 142.
BTS 144
Personal Information Manager • 3 CR
Course features the concepts, terminology, and
techniques involved in utilizing a popular messaging
and personal information management program,
specifically Microsoft Outlook. Tools and
commands are utilized to e-mail, schedule appointments
and meetings, create and maintain
contact lists, create task lists, maintain journals for
recording and tracking activities, and create notes
and reminders. Recommended: Previous computer
experience.
BTS 145
Internet Basics • 1 CR
Introduction to the basics of the Internet and email
applications. Prerequisite: Previous computer
experience or permission of instructor.
BTS 146
10-Key • 1 CR
Introduction to the computer ten-key keypad and
the functions of the desktop calculator. Prerequisite:
Previous computer experience or permission of
instructor.
BTS 161
Computer & Software
Fundamentals • 5 CR
Course Descriptions
Introduces use of the personal computer while
working in a Windows environment. Students become
familiar with basic computer hardware components
and learn to use word-processing, spreadsheet,
charting, and database software.
Curriculum subject to change. For most current information, visit us on the web at: www.bcc.ctc.edu • 61