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2017-18 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Numbers, Credits, Descriptions

Course Numbers

Generally, courses with letter prefixes apply toward degrees and certificates, and courses with 100 and 200 numbers are college transfer courses; those numbered 200 to 299 are considered sophomore-level courses. Be sure to check the degree requirements for the certificate or degree you are seeking to ensure that the course you are taking will be counted.

Course Credits

In order to earn an associate’s degree in two years, students should enroll for an average of 16 college-level credits in fall, winter, and spring terms. If college preparatory courses are required, the number of credits each term would increase accordingly. Curriculum and program requirements described in this catalog provide more information on the program or degree of your choice.

Students participating in intercollegiate athletics, must complete and pass at least 12 credit hours each term for eligibility purposes. Students are encouraged to visit with BMCC’s athletic director and/or our coaches for detailed eligibility requirements.

Reading Course Descriptions

Courses offered at BMCC are listed in this section of the catalog. Not every course is offered every term. Use the schedule of classes to determine quarterly course offerings. Students who plan to transfer should consult with their program advisor to ensure course transferability.

HOW TO READ A COURSE DESCRIPTION

Courses are grouped by area of study and listed alphabetically by letter prefix and course number. Courses numbered 100 and above are designed for transfer to other colleges for degree credit.

AGRICULTURE SAFETY The title of the course is listed in all capital letters.
A basic course in agricultural safety The course description briefly summarizes the course content.
Credits - 3 Lecture - 2 Lab - 1 The number of credits earned by taking the course is noted. Each lecture credit corresponds to one hour of instruction per week. Each lab credit equals 3 hours per week. Each other credit generally refers to 2 hours of class time per credit.
Prerequisite or Prerequisites are listed below course descriptions. A prerequisite is a course that must be completed before enrolling in the selected course. It is important to note prerequisites before registering.
Corequisite Corequisite is a course that should be completed either before or while attending the selected course.

Course Designations:

Non-Designated Courses

Courses numbered 100 and above listed in this section of the catalog that have not received a designation mark as outlined above may or may not meet degree requirements or be transferable to other institutions. Questions regarding transferability of courses should be directed to the program advisor, associate vice president of enrollment management, or vice president of instruction.

Non-Transfer Courses

Courses with numerical designations less than 100 are not transferable to four-year institutions.

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Science
  

  • CH 221 - General Chemistry

    Credits - 5 Lecture - 4 Lab - 1
    This course covers atoms; measurement, problem solving and the mole concept; the quantum-mechanical  model of the atom; periodic table  of the elements;  molecules  and compounds;  chemical bonding I; drawing Lewis structures and determining molecular shapes; chemical bonding II: valence bond theory and molecular orbital theory; chemical  reactions and chemical quantities; introduction to solutions and aqueous reactions.
    Prerequisite: MTH 095   Corequisite: MTH 111  
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • CH 222 - General Chemistry

    Credits - 5 Lecture - 4 Lab - 1
    This  course  covers  thermochemistry;  gasses;  liquids,  solids and  intermolecular forces; phase diagrams and crystalline solids; solutions; chemical kinetics; and organic chemistry.
    Prerequisite: CH 221  and MTH 111  
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • CH 223 - General Chemistry

    Credits - 5 Lecture - 4 Lab - 1
    This course covers chemical equilibrium; acids and bases; aqueous ionic equilibrium; free energy and thermodynamics, electrochemistry; radioactivity and nuclear chemistry; and transition metals and coordination compounds.
    Prerequisite: CH 222  
    Term(s) Offered: Spring
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • G 101 - Introduction to Geology - Minerals and Rocks

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    A study of the structure and composition of the Earth; minerals; sediments and soils; igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks. Students will also be introduced to geologic mapping, and groundwater.
    Prerequisite: MTH 025  or Placement and RD 090  or Placement Course fulfills laboratory science requirement. Need not be taken in sequence. This becomes an elective if G 201  is taken
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • G 102 - Introduction to Geology - Environmental Geology

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    This course examines plate tectonics; earthquakes and volcanoes; surface processes; and the use of geologic and atmospheric resources. Special consideration will be given to how human society interacts with these geologic systems.
    Prerequisite: MTH 025  or Placement and RD 090  or Placement Course fulfills laboratory science requirement. Need not be taken in sequence. This becomes an elective if G 202  is taken
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • G 103 - Introduction to Geology - Historical Geology

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    A study of the early history of Earth and geologic time scale. Sedimentation, sedimentary environment, fossils, and fossilization are discussed along with the stratigraphic history of North America. The beginnings of life are traced through the evolution of plants, vertebrates, and invertebrates.
    Prerequisite: MTH 025  or Placement and RD 090   or Placement Course fulfills laboratory science requirement. Need not be taken in sequence.
    Term(s) Offered: Spring
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • G 105 - Introduction to Geology: Pacific Northwest Geology

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    This course traces the geologic evolution of the Northwest and includes discussion on the history of volcanic activity, fossils, sedimentary environments, and topographic change with time.
    Prerequisite: MTH 025 , RD 090  or WR 115  or Placement
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • G 146 - Rocks and Minerals

    Credits - 3 Lecture - 3
    An introduction to origin and identification of common rocks and minerals. Topics include crystal forms, physical tests, chemical tests, gem materials, etc. Designed for a rock hound, casual collector, or anyone interested in knowing more about rocks and minerals. Field trips where appropriate.
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • G 147 - Basic Geology

    Credits - 3 Lecture - 3
    An introduction to physical geology, designed to help one become more aware of the processes that shape our geological environment. Topics include rock and mineral formation and identification, volcanoes, earthquakes, plate tectonics, glaciations. Field trips where appropriate.
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • G 198 - Special Studies

    Credits - 1-3
    This course is designed to provide interested and capable students special topics in geology. A study of the regional geology of the Pacific Northwest.
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • G 201 - Physical Geology

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    An in-depth study of the geologic processes occurring on Earth. There are no prerequisites, although a background in science is helpful. Satisfies laboratory science requirements for both science and non-science majors. Topics studied include the origin and identification of rocks and minerals, volcanoes, earthquakes, and plate tectonics. Generally one weekend field trip.
    Prerequisite: MTH 070  or Placement and WR 115  or Placement Need not be taken in sequence. G 101 , if it has been taken, becomes an elective if G201 is taken
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • G 202 - Physical Geology

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    Topics studied will include evolution of landscapes, stream erosion, glaciations, landslides, and interpretation of topographic maps and aerial photos. There are no prerequisites, although a background in science is helpful. Satisfies laboratory science requirements for both science and non-science majors. Generally one weekend field trip.
    Prerequisite: MTH 070  or Placement and WR 115  or Placement Need not be taken in sequence. G 102 , if it has been taken, becomes an elective if G202 is taken
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • G 203 - Historical Geology

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    An examination of the evolution of Earth from the standpoint of plate tectonics, including life forms, rock correlation and geologic time. There are no prerequisites, although a background in science is helpful. Satisfies laboratory science requirement for both science and nonscience majors. Generally one weekend field trip. Need not be taken in sequence.
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • GEOG 101 - Physical Geography

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    Introduction to physical geography of the earth with specific emphasis on landforms, climate, vegetation, and soils and on the interaction between humans and these elements.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • GS 104 - Physical Science/Physics

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    A one-term introduction to the fundamental physical concepts that form the foundation for all of the physical sciences. Topics include measurement, motion, mechanics, and pressure.
    Prerequisite: MTH 070  or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • GS 105 - Physical Science/Chemical Concepts

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    A one-term introduction to chemistry and its application to everyday phenomena. Topics include structure of the atom, chemical bonding, solutions, acids and bases, and chemical reactions.
    Prerequisite: MTH 070  or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • GS 107 - Physical Science/Astronomy

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    A one-term introduction to astronomy that surveys the history of astronomy, our solar system, galaxy, and universe. Topics of current interest to astronomers will be presented. Course includes outdoor observations.
    Prerequisite: MTH 070  or Placement
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • GS 110 - Physical Science/Energy

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    Overview of the sources of energy in nature. Emphasis on how energy is coupled to specific principles and processes related to physics and chemistry. Topics include heat, radioactivity, light, sound, and electricity.
    Prerequisite: MTH 070  or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • GS 111 - Physical Science/Forensic Science

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    A one-term introduction to criminalistic theories and practices, including basic techniques of investigation. Topics include fingerprints, blood typing, photography and casting techniques. Course fulfills a laboratory science requirement.
    Prerequisite: MTH 025  or Placement and RD 090  or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • GS 142 - Physical Geology/Earth Revealed

    Credits - 4 Lecture/Lab - 66
    This online course examines the evolution of planet Earth based upon the dynamics of interacting systems and physical geological attributes of the planet including geologic time, physical phenomena, and weathering.  A field exercise will be included that will integrate physical geology concepts with a real world experience that will be conducted in the community of each individual student. Course fulfills laboratory science requirement.
  

  • GS 160 - Observational Astronomy

    Credits - 3 Lecture - 3
    A one-term non-laboratory introduction to astronomy with emphasis on observing the night sky and fundamental astronomical concepts. Course includes outdoor observations.
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • GS 198 - Special Studies

    Credits - 1-3
    This seminar course is offered on the basis of demand and covers diverse topics in the natural and physical sciences.
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • PHY 101 - Essentials of Physics

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 3 Lab - 1
    This problem-solving course deals with vectors, force, motion, energy, and properties of materials. Students will be expected to submit laboratory reports, homework and will take quizzes and examinations.
    Prerequisite: MTH 070  or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • PHY 198 - Special Studies

    Credits - 1-3
    This course provides an opportunity for a student to participate in either a seminar or laboratory project outside of the regular class situation. The number of credits is variable and will be arranged by the instructor.
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • PHY 201 - General Physics

    Credits - 5 Lecture - 4 Lab - 1
    An introductory laboratory course dealing with mechanics, sound, heat, light, electricity, and modern physics.
    Prerequisite: MTH 112  or MTH 251  or higher. WR 115  or placement Preferred Prerequisite: WR 227 . This becomes an elective if PHY 211  is taken.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • PHY 202 - General Physics

    Credits - 5 Lecture - 4 Lab - 1
    An introductory laboratory course dealing with mechanics, sound, heat, light, electricity, and modern physics.
    Prerequisite: PHY 201  or PHY 211  and MTH 084  or MTH 112  .This becomes an elective if PHY 212  is taken.
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • PHY 203 - General Physics

    Credits - 5 Lecture - 4 Lab - 1
    An introductory laboratory course dealing with mechanics, sound, heat, light, electricity, and modern physics.
    Prerequisite: PHY 202  or PHY 212  .This becomes an elective if PHY 213  is taken.
    Term(s) Offered: Spring
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • PHY 211 - General Physics with Calculus

    Credits - 5 Lecture - 4 Lab - 1
    An examination of mechanics, sound, heat, light, electricity, and magnetism. This course is recommended for physics majors, engineering majors, and other science students with a calculus background.
    Prerequisite: WR 115  or Placement and MTH 112  or higher; with MTH 251  as a corequisite.

    Preferred Prerequisite: WR 227  ,PHY 201 , if it has been taken, becomes an elective if PHY 211 is taken.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • PHY 212 - General Physics with Calculus

    Credits - 5 Lecture - 4 Lab - 1
    An examination of mechanics, sound, heat, light, electricity, and magnetism. This course is recommended for physics majors, engineering majors, and other science students with a calculus background.
    Prerequisite: PHY 211  and MTH 251 .

    PHY 202 , if it has been taken, becomes an elective if PHY 212 is taken.
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.
  

  • PHY 213 - General Physics with Calculus

    Credits - 5 Lecture - 4 Lab - 1
    An examination of mechanics, sound, heat, light, electricity, and magnetism. This course is recommended for physics majors, engineering majors, and other science students with a calculus background.
    Prerequisite: PHY 212  and MTH 252  .

    PHY 203  if it has been taken, becomes an elective if PHY 213 is taken.
    Term(s) Offered: Spring
    Course Designation: Lab Science - Courses that meet the laboratory requirement.

Social Science
  

  • ANTH 101 - Introduction to Physical Anthropology

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    Principles of evolution applied to evidence for human physical change and development; study of fossil humans and human variation. Satisfies science group requirements at some four-year colleges.
    Prerequisite:  WR 060   or placement
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • ANTH 102 - Introduction to Archaeology and Prehistory

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    Study of archaeological methods and evidence for the evolution of human cultures and an understanding of how and why cultures change.
    Prerequisite: WR 060   or placement
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • ANTH 103 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    Study of the organization and functioning of selected world cultures, both Western and non-Western groups.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or placement
    Term(s) Offered: Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations. Cultural Awareness.
  

  • ANTH 298 - Special Studies

    Credits - 1-3
    Special topics in anthropology.
    Recommended preparation: WR 060 
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • EC 198 - Special Studies

    Credits - 1-3
    This course is designed to provide interested and capable students special topics in economics.
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • EC 201 - Principles of Microeconomic Theory with Applications

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    Introduction to Microeconomics. Focuses on the behavior of individual consumers and business firms and how their interaction leads to a set of prices that act to allocate scarce resources among alternative uses. This course includes applications of microeconomic theory to current economic problems.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended, MTH 070 
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • EC 202 - Principles of Macroeconomic Theory with Applications

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    Introduction to Macroeconomics. This course focuses on the behavior of economic aggregates or the economy as a whole. National income determination, measuring economic performance and public policy tools for dealing with inflation, unemployment, etc. are discussed. This course includes applications of microeconomic theory to current economic problems.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended, EC 201 
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • GEOG 103 - Human Geography

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course introduces students to the discipline of geography and studies patterns of a wide variety of topics including industry and economy, population, language, religion, ethnicity, urban patterns, politics, and the effects of globalization on these patterns.
    Prerequisite: WR 060   or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Cultural Awareness.
  

  • GEOG 120 - World/Regional Geography

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course studies world patterns of the natural and cultural environments and focuses on the place of each geographic region in the world community.
    Prerequisite: WR 060   or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Cultural Awareness.
  

  • GEOG 206 - Geography of Oregon

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course considers natural environment, population growth, and settlements. Special emphasis is placed on the historical geography of selected areas of the state. A study of the diverse landscapes of Oregon.
    Prerequisite: WR 060   or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • GEOG 298 - Special Studies

    Credits - 1-3
    Designed to provide interested and capable students with the opportunity to study special topics in geography.
    Recommended preparation: WR 060  
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • HST 201 - History of the United States

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    History 201 provides a broad overview of the historical events that helped create the United States, as well as their causes. The goal is to acquaint students with major events of the region, their chronology and to stimulate creative and critical thought about the history of US.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Cultural Awareness.
  

  • HST 202 - History of the United States

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course begins with expansion and slavery, covers the Civil War and Reconstruction and concludes with the rise of the industrial state and the Progressive Era. The course will cover the period from c. 1815 to 1917.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Cultural Awareness.
  

  • HST 203 - History of the United States

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course begins with the Progressive Era and covers development through the Twentieth Century to the present.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Cultural Awareness.
  

  • HST 298 - Special Studies

    Credits - 1-3
    Specialized courses which may be Offered periodically depending on demand and availability.
    Recommended preparation: WR 060 
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • PS 198 - Special Studies

    Credits - 1-3
    Designed to provide interested and capable students with the opportunity to study special topics in political science.
    Recommended preparation: WR 060 
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • PS 201 - American Government and Politics

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course begins by examining the Constitutional principles of the United States government. Students will learn about the decision making process behind American politics.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • PS 202 - American Government and Politics

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course will provide an overview of American political institutions. Students will study individual rights and liberties. The term concludes with an examination of current national policy issues.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • PS 203 - American Government/State and Local

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    Examines politics and government in the American states. Emphasis will be on the State of Oregon.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • PSY 201 - General Psychology

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    The first of two survey courses of the basic concepts and principles of psychology. Specific topics include: the history of psychology and research methods of psychology; the biological basis of behavior, sensory and perceptual processes; states of consciousness including sleep and dreams; learning, memory, and intelligence. Emphasis is both theoretical and applied.
    Prerequisite: WR 115  
    Term(s) Offered: Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • PSY 202 - General Psychology

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    The second of two survey courses of the basic concepts and principles of psychology. Specific topics include: motivation, emotion, stress & health, human development, personality, psychological disorder and treatment, and social psychology. Emphasis is on both theory and application.
    Prerequisite: PSY 201  
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations
  

  • PSY 237 - Human Development

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    A life-span examination of change and consistency as people age. Studies the stages of conception to birth, infancy, childhood, adolescence and adulthood as influenced by maturation and socialization. Includes discussion of research strategies and theories of behavior.
    Prerequisite: PSY 201  
    Term(s) Offered: Summer, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees.
  

  • SOC 198 - Special Studies

    Credits - 1-3
    This course is designed to provide interested and capable students special topics in sociology.
    Recommended preparation: WR 060 
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • SOC 204 - General Sociology: Sociology in Everyday Life

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course is a sociological study of social group behavior and social structures, emphasizing diversity and commonalities among groups within society. Topics are examined through the framework of sociological perspectives, encouraging critical thinking and personal responsibility about social issues.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations. Cultural Awareness.
  

  • SOC 205 - General Sociology/Institutions and Social Change

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course introduces the following major social institutions: family, religion, education, economics, politics, and health care and the problems and issues existing within each. The focus is on modern American society and the impact of social change on major institutions.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations. Cultural Awareness.
  

  • SOC 213 - Minorities

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    A survey of minority groups, with special emphasis on local groups in which causes and consequences of minority status are examined. By confronting the pervasive nature of prejudice and discrimination, we will explore the dynamics of institutionalized racism, focusing specifically on race relations within our social institutions. The political, economic, and social lives of several groups - White Ethnic Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, Latinos and African Americans will be explored.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Summer, Fall, Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations. Cultural Awareness.
  

  • SOC 217 - Family and Society

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course covers the historical development of the family as an institution, its structure and functions, and changes in contemporary American society. Emphasis is placed on changes that produce societal and individual stress.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement
    Term(s) Offered: Summer, Winter
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations. Cultural Awareness.

Theatre
  

  • TA 101 - Introduction to the Theatre

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course provides an introduction to the world of the theatre by exploring the origins of drama, historical and contemporary styles of playwriting and theatrical performance, the components of a stage production, and the many functions of the artists and craftspeople who collaborate to make theatre happen.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations
  

  • TA 141 - Fundamentals of Acting Techniques

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course provides a positive environment for development of self-confidence, creative thinking, artistic expression, enhanced communications skills, and an understanding of the collaborative process of stage acting. Through participation in acting exercises, improvisational games, prepared scenes and monologues, play analyses, and other theatrical activities, students explore a wide variety of contemporary actor training techniques A portion of this course includes a focus on auditioning skills.

    This course is not just for students seeking a career in the theatre; it is designed for any student seeking to improve their life skills for greater personal and professional success in the career of their choice. No previous acting experience or training is required, and enrollment is open to new participants every term.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations
  

  • TA 142 - Fundamentals of Acting Techniques

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course provides a positive environment for development of self-confidence, creative thinking, artistic expression, enhanced communications skills, and an understanding of the collaborative process of stage acting. Through participation in acting exercises, improvisational games, prepared scenes and monologues, play analyses, and other theatrical activities, students explore a wide variety of contemporary actor training techniques A portion of this course includes an in-depth introduction to the silent art of mime.

    This course is not just for students seeking a career in the theatre; it is designed for any student seeking to improve their life skills for greater personal and professional success in the career of their choice. No previous acting experience or training is required, and enrollment is open to new participants every term.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations
  

  • TA 143 - Fundamentals of Acting Techniques

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course provides a positive environment for development of self-confidence, creative thinking, artistic expression, enhanced communications skills, and an understanding of the collaborative process of stage acting. Through participation in acting exercises, improvisational games, prepared scenes and monologues, play analyses, and other theatrical activities, students explore a wide variety of contemporary actor training techniques A portion of this course includes the opportunity for public performance.

    This course is not just for students seeking a career in the theatre; it is designed for any student seeking to improve their life skills for greater personal and professional success in the career of their choice. No previous acting experience or training is required, and enrollment is open to new participants every term.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations
  

  • TA 165 - Technical Theatre Workshop

    Credits - 3 Lab - 3
    This course provides the opportunity to explore the various technical components of a theatrical production through hands-on participation in the off-stage activities necessary for the staging of a play. 

    Activities may include, but are not limited to: set design, construction, and decoration; costume design and construction; lighting design, installation, and light board operation; sound design and operation; stage management; backstage crew work during performances; hair and makeup design and application, and others. No previous technical theatre experience or training is required, and enrollment is open to new participants every term.

     
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
    May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits.
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • TA 180 - Theatre Rehearsal and Performance

    Credits - 3 Lab - 3
    This course provides credit for rehearsal and performance in a play or musical. No previous acting experience or training is required, and enrollment is open to new participants every term; registration contingent upon being cast in a current production.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
    May be repeated for a maximum of 9 credits.
    Course Designation: Elective - A transferable course that can be used to fulfill undesignated elective requirements in the associate’s degree programs.
  

  • TA 241 - Intermediate Acting Techniques

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course provides a positive environment for second level development of self-confidence, creative thinking, artistic expression, enhanced communications skills, and an understanding of the collaborative process of stage acting. Through participation in acting exercises, improvisational games, prepared scenes and monologues, play analyses, and other theatrical activities, students explore a wide variety of contemporary actor training techniques A portion of this course includes a focus on advanced level auditioning skills.

    This course is not just for students seeking a career in the theatre; it is designed for any student seeking to improve their life skills for greater personal and professional success in the career of their choice. Enrollment is open to new participants every term.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations
  

  • TA 242 - Intermediate Acting Techniques

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course provides a positive environment for second level development of self-confidence, creative thinking, artistic expression, enhanced communications skills, and an understanding of the collaborative process of stage acting. Through participation in acting exercises, improvisational games, prepared scenes and monologues, play analyses, and other theatrical activities, students explore a wide variety of contemporary actor training techniques A portion of this course includes advanced work in the silent art of mime.

    This course is not just for students seeking a career in the theatre; it is designed for any student seeking to improve their life skills for greater personal and professional success in the career of their choice. Enrollment is open to new participants every term.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended. May be taken without previous acting experience or coursework.
    Term(s) Offered: Winter
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations
  

  • TA 243 - Intermediate Acting Techniques

    Credits - 4 Lecture - 4
    This course provides a positive environment for second level development of self-confidence, creative thinking, artistic expression, enhanced communications skills, and an understanding of the collaborative process of stage acting. Through participation in acting exercises, improvisational games, prepared scenes and monologues, play analyses, and other theatrical activities, students explore a wide variety of contemporary actor training techniques A portion of this course includes the opportunity for public performance and, potentially, the opportunity to direct a short play.

    This course is not just for students seeking a career in the theatre; it is designed for any student seeking to improve their life skills for greater personal and professional success in the career of their choice. Enrollment is open to new participants every term.
    Prerequisite: WR 060  or Placement, WR 115  strongly recommended. May be taken without previous acting experience or coursework.
    Term(s) Offered: Spring
    Course Designation: Discipline Studies - A transferable course that meets distribution (group) requirements in the associate of arts Oregon transfer (A.A.O.T.) degree and the associate of science (A.S.) degree. Note: Courses meeting distribution requirements may always be used as electives in the transfer degrees. Human Relations

Welding
  

  • WLD 111 - Basic Gas and Arc Welding

    Credits - 3 Lab - 3
    In introduction to welding practices including oxyacetylene welding and cutting, arc welding, welding rod identification and application, properties of metals, joint preparation, and weld faults and identification.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: C/T Elective - A maximum of 12 credits of college-level career and technical courses may be used as electives in the A.A.O.T. and the A.A.S. degrees.
  

  • WLD 112 - Advanced Arc Welding

    Credits - 3 Lab - 3
    An advanced level course for students who know welding safety, basic practices and terminology. Student will learn higher-level practices and improve their skills learned in the basic class.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: C/T Elective - A maximum of 12 credits of college-level career and technical courses may be used as electives in the A.A.O.T. and the A.A.S. degrees.
  

  • WLD 221 - TIG Welding

    Credits - 3 Lab - 3
    Designed for students who have basic level welding skills to introduce Tungsten Arc Welding techniques including the setup of equipment for the welding process.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: C/T Elective - A maximum of 12 credits of college-level career and technical courses may be used as electives in the A.A.O.T. and the A.A.S. degrees.
  

  • WLD 253 - Welding Practices for Certification

    Credits - 3 Lab - 3
    Designed for students who have advanced level arc welding skills to prepare for structural certification. Weld coupons will be tested and documented when they have passed the required weld strength and quality.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: C/T Elective - A maximum of 12 credits of college-level career and technical courses may be used as electives in the A.A.O.T. and the A.A.S. degrees.
  

  • WLD 256 - Pipe Welding for Certification

    Credits - 3 Lab - 3
    Designed for students who have advanced level arc welding skills to introduce pipe-welding techniques to prepare for pipe welding certification. Weld coupons will be tested and documented when they have passed the required weld strength and quality.
    Term(s) Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring
    Course Designation: C/T Elective - A maximum of 12 credits of college-level career and technical courses may be used as electives in the A.A.O.T. and the A.A.S. degrees.
 

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