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Course Descriptions
SOC 301 GLOBAL SOCIOLOGY 5CR
Examines the processes and theories of globalization. Explores the social,
cultural, political, and economic impact of globalization and illustrates
global challenges and opportunities through identifying social patterns and
analyzing case studies. Prerequisites: Admission to a baccalaureate program
and PSYC& 100 or SOC& 101, or instructor permission.
SOC& 101 INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY 5CR
This course is an introduction to the set of perspectives on human life that
allows us to understand how the events and experiences of our personal lives
are affected by social institutions, group dynamics, historic forces, and cultural
meanings. Prerequisite: ENGL 093.
SOCI 230 TECHNOLOGY & SOCIETY 5CR
An overview of the changing roles technology has played in relation to multiple
aspects of human society including social groups, institutions, and societal
problems. Topics covered may include, but are not limited to, the relationship
between technology and work, education, art, gender, “invention”, commerce,
music, warfare, “progress”, disasters, environment, government, entertainment,
and the future. Particular emphasis will be placed on technologies significant
to the Pacific Northwest and LWIT programs. Prerequisite: ABED 045 or 046 or
equivalent placement test score.
SPAN& 121 SPANISH I 5CR
An introduction to the language and culture of the Spanish-speaking world.
Students develop skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing.
SPAN& 122 SPANISH II 5CR
This course is a continuation of skills learned in SPAN&121. Prerequisite: SPAN&121.
SPAN& 123 SPANISH III 5CR
This course is a continuation of skills learned in SPAN&122. Prerequisite: SPAN&122.
STEC 198 COOPERATIVE WORK SEMINAR 1CR
Weekly meeting with the student and their Energy & Science Technician program
advisor to review the work completed during that week at the internship. It is also
an opportunity for the student to interact with other students in the program and
learn about their experiences. Corequisite: STEC 199.
STEC 199 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE 4CR
The cooperative work experience provides an opportunity for students to
work in a science or energy related field of interest to the student. The focus is
to provide students with work experience and practical application of science
principles. Corequisite: STEC 198.
STEC 200 GOOD LABORATORY PRACTICE 4CR
This course introduces students to the principles of laboratory operation for
both biology and chemistry. The topics include: preparing experiments, data
management, and laboratory safety. Includes laboratory. Prerequisites:
MATH 090, ABED 046, or equivalent placement scores, or instructor permission.
STEC 221 HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT 5CR
This course provides the content for the 40-hour Hazardous Waste Operations and
Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER). It also discusses biological, physical
and chemical treatment methods. Includes laboratory. Prerequisites: MATH 090
and ABED 046 or equivalent placement scores or instructor permission.
STEC 225 QUALITY AND STATISTICAL
PROCESS CONTROL
5CR
This course studies the concept of quality in manufacturing and looks specifically
at Statistical Process Control as a tool to reduce variation in manufacturing
processes. Other tools that will be introduced will be Six Sigma, Failure Mode
Effect Analysis, and Gauge R&R. This course teaches to the Global Outcome of
Information and Technical Literacy. Prerequisites: MATH 090 and ABED 046 or
equivalent placement score or instructor permission.
STEC 351 PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY 5CR
Introduces the influence of human activities on environmental processes.
Topics include ecological concepts, population growth, natural resources, and
current environmental problems from scientific, social, political, and economic
perspectives. Students demonstrate an understanding of environmental
interrelationships and contemporary global environmental issues as related
to sustainable design practices. Prerequisites: Admission to the BTAD Program
and any lab science.
TRAN 110 COMPUTER BASICS/
TRANSPORTATION TRADES
2CR
This course focuses on computer basics, keyboarding and industry
applications. This course teaches to the global outcome of information and
technical literacy. Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070, and ABED 046, or
equivalent placement scores. Corequisites: TRAN 112, TRAN 113, TRAN 125.
TRAN 112 SHOP AND BUSINESS PRACTICES 5CR
This course focuses on beginning and advanced objectives dealing with
industry expectations, tools, precision measurements, fasteners, safety, power
tools, equipment, industrial first aid, and related topics. Prerequisites: ABED 040
or MATH 070, and ABED 046, or equivalent placement scores. Corequisites:
TRAN 110, TRAN 113, TRAN 125.
TRAN 113 BASIC ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS 4CR
This course focuses on basic electrical concepts and processes and other
related objectives needed to be able to succeed in transportation technology
classes. Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070, and ABED 046, or equivalent
placement scores. Corequisites: TRAN 110, TRAN 112, TRAN 125.
TRAN 125 MECHANICAL PRINCIPLES 5CR
This course focuses on the principles and safety of welding
and refrigeration. Prerequisites: ABED 040 or MATH 070, and ABED 046, or
equivalent placement scores. Corequisites:
TRAN 110, TRAN 112, TRAN 113.
WELD 100 WELDING OVERVIEW FOR TRADES 7CR
This introductory course focuses on the principles, procedures, and operation
of welding equipment. The course will include oxy-fuel welding and cutting,
gas metal arc welding and gas tungsten arc welding. The purpose of this
course is to introduce welding to non-welding focus students. Prerequisite:
Instructor permission.
WELD 101 OXY/ACETYLENE CUTTING
& WELDING
7CR
This course focuses on the principles, procedures, and operation of equipment
to properly and safely weld, braze, and cut metal. Prerequisites: ABED 040 or
MATH 070, and ABED 046 or equivalent placement scores.
WELD 102 SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING 8CR
This course focuses on the principles, procedures, and operation of
equipment to properly and safely use the shielded metal arc welding process.
Prerequisite: WELD 101.
WELD 103 FLUX CORE ARC WELDING 7CR
This course focuses on the principles, procedures, and operation of equipment
to properly and safely use the flux core arc welding process,including both the
dual shield and inner-shield processes. Prerequisite: WELD 102.
WELD 104 GAS METAL ARC WELDING 8CR
This course focuses on the principles, procedures, and operation of equipment to
properly and safely use the gas metal arc welding process. Prerequisite: WELD 102.
WELD 105 GAS TUNGSTEN ARC WELDING 7CR
This course focuses on the principles, procedures, and operation of equipment
to properly and safely use the gas tungsten arc welding process. Prerequisite:
WELD 102.
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